© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
½ Florin - Alfonso V ND
| Gold | 1.74 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Majorca (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Alfonso II (1416-1458) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1416-1458 |
| Value | ½ Florin (⅜) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.74 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#124138 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fleur-de-lis
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARAGO REX AL
Translation: Alfonso V King of Aragon
Interesting fact
The ½ Florin coin from the Kingdom of Majorca, minted during the reign of Alfonso V (1416-1458), is interesting because it was made of gold, which was a rare and valuable material at the time. The coin's weight of 1.74 grams is also notable, as it was a significant amount of gold for a circulating coin. Additionally, the fact that it was a standard circulation coin suggests that it was widely used in transactions and played an important role in the economy of the Kingdom of Majorca during that time.
