© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
½ Denier - Ioana and Karolus I ND
| Billon | 0.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Aragon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1516-1556) |
| Queen | Joanna (1516-1555) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1516-1555 |
| Value | ½ Denier (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#135086 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Patriarchal cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: + IANA : ET : KARLVS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of King Charles I and Queen Joanna, while the reverse side features an Arabic inscription and a depiction of a crescent moon, reflecting the Islamic culture of the Kingdom of Aragon during that time period.
