½ Barbuda - Ferdinand I (Porto) ND (1370-1383) front ½ Barbuda - Ferdinand I (Porto) ND (1370-1383) back
½ Barbuda - Ferdinand I (Porto) ND (1370-1383) photo

½ Barbuda - Ferdinand I Porto ND

 
Billon (.250 silver) 2 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Ferdinand I (Fernando I) (1367-1383)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1370-1383
Value
½ Barbuda = 14 Dinheiros
Currency
Libra (1st Dynasty, 1128-1383)
Composition
Billon (.250 silver)
Weight
2 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#104439
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Cross, legend around. More than 20 lettering variations are known.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FERNANDVS : REX : PORTVG :

Comment

Positions of mint letters:

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 and military achievements, and his reign marked the beginning of a period of prosperity and cultural flourishing in Portugal.