Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Barbuda - Ferdinand I Lisboa ND
| Billon (.250 silver) | 1.95 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand I (Fernando I) (1367-1383) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1370-1383 |
| Value | 14 Dinheiros = ½ Barbuda |
| Currency | Libra (1st Dynasty, 1128-1383) |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 1.95 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#40423 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: +SI:DOMINVS:MICHI:AIVTO
Edge
Lettering: +FERNANDVS:REX:PORTVG
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Ferdinand I of Portugal, also known as Ferdinand the Handsome, who ruled from 1367 to 1383. He was known for his diplomatic skills and his efforts to strengthen the Portuguese economy, which led to the introduction of new coinage, such as this ½ Barbuda coin.
