© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
½ Ducat - Joanna and Charles I C inverted ND
| Gold (.990) | 1.7 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| Countess | Joanna (1516-1555) |
| Count | Charles I (1516-1556) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1516-1555 |
| Value | ½ Ducat (⅗) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Gold (.990) |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#154306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shield with four pales. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COMITES BARCINON
Translation: Counts of Barcelona
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ducat - Joanna and Charles I (C inverted) ND (1516-1555) coin from Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) is that it features a unique inverted "C" mintmark, which is believed to have been added to the coin's design to indicate that it was minted at the Barcelona mint. This distinctive feature has made the coin a popular collector's item among numismatists and historians interested in the history of the Spanish States.
