© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
½ Real - Ferdinandus V and Elisabet I Cuenca ND
| Silver (.931) | 1.7 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| Queen | Isabella I (1474-1504) |
| King | Ferdinand V (1474-1516) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1497-1566 |
| Value | ½ Real |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#195894 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arrows in beaded circle. Legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: REX ET REGINA CAST LEGIO
Translation: King and Queen of Castile and Leon
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the joint effigies of King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Elizabeth I of Castile, who ruled together as co-monarchs of Spain during the 16th century. This coin was minted during their reign, which was a time of significant cultural, political, and economic change in Spain and Europe. The coin's design reflects the importance of the monarchy and the influence of the Renaissance style during that period.
