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½ Quarto ND
1811 year| Copper | 1.2 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Joseph Napoleon (1808-1814) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1811 |
| Value | ½ Quart (½ cuarto) (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Peseta (1808-1850) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#44937 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Lozenge coat of arms of Barcelona.
Interesting fact
The ½ Quarto coin was minted during a time of political turmoil in Spain, when the country was occupied by Napoleon's forces. The Principality of Catalonia, where the coin was minted, was a region that strongly opposed French rule and fought for independence. As a result, the coin features a unique design that reflects the region's desire for self-governance. The obverse side of the coin features the coat of arms of Catalonia, while the reverse side features a crowned shield with the motto "LIBERTAD Y CONSTITUCION" (Liberty and Constitution) written above it. This design was a bold statement of resistance against French rule and a declaration of support for the principles of liberty and democracy.
