½ Real - Henry II (Seville) ND (1373-1379) front ½ Real - Henry II (Seville) ND (1373-1379) back
½ Real - Henry II (Seville) ND (1373-1379) photo
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½ Real - Henry II Seville ND

 
Silver (.931) 1.7 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States)
King
Henry II (1366-1379)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1373-1379
Value
½ Real
Currency
Real (1350-1400)
Composition
Silver (.931)
Weight
1.7 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#106198
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: + ENRICVS : REX : CASTELLE

Comment

Variety:
Obv: ENRICVS REX E LEGIONIS
Rev: ENRICVS REX CASTELLE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Henry II of Castile, who ruled from 1369 to 1379. He was known for his military campaigns against the Moors and for his efforts to consolidate power and centralize the government. This coin, which was minted in Seville, is a rare example of a silver coin from this time period and region, and its design features the king's name and title in Gothic script.