© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
¼ Pacifico - John II Barcelona ND
| Gold (.833) | 0.8 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John II (1458-1479) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1472-1479 |
| Value | ¼ Ducat |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Gold (.833) |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#125060 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with four pales. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARAGONUM NAVAR VAL
Translation: of Aragon, Navarre and Valencia
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of John II of Aragon, who was also known as John II of Barcelona, and was the King of Aragon, Navarre, and Sicily, as well as the Count of Barcelona and the Lord of the Balearic Islands. He played a significant role in the history of the Principality of Catalonia and the Spanish States, and his reign saw the rise of the Catalan Renaissance, which had a profound impact on the culture and economy of the region.
