© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
½ Real - Ferdinandus V and Elisabet I Granada ND
| Silver (.931) | 1.7 g | 20 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 | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#149591 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
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 was minted during the reign of Ferdinand II of Aragon and Elizabeth I of Castile, also known as the Catholic Monarchs, who ruled Spain jointly from 1479 until their deaths in 1504 and 1505, respectively. This coin was minted in the city of Granada, which was an important center of trade and commerce during the time of the Catholic Monarchs. The coin's design features the effigies of both Ferdinand and Elizabeth on opposite sides, with the royal coat of arms on the reverse. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of Spanish history, providing a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of the time.
