© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
½ Cuartillo - Henry IV Seville ND
| Billon | 1.8 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (1454-1474) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1454-1471 |
| Value | ⅛ Real |
| Currency | Real (1462-1465) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#145440 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Castle
Script: Latin
Lettering: ENRICVS REX CASTELLE
Translation: Enrique IV King of Castile
Interesting fact
The ½ Cuartillo coin from the Kingdom of Castile and Leon, minted during the reign of Henry IV (1454-1471), was made of Billon, a metal alloy that contains a small amount of silver, but primarily consists of copper and other base metals. Despite being made of a less valuable metal, this coin was still widely used and accepted as a form of payment during its time. This highlights the resourcefulness and adaptability of the people of the Kingdom of Castile and Leon during this period, who found ways to create currency that was both practical and accessible to the masses, despite the limited availability of precious metals.
