½ Real - John I (Burgos) ND (1379-1390) front ½ Real - John I (Burgos) ND (1379-1390) back
½ Real - John I (Burgos) ND (1379-1390) photo
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½ Real - John I Burgos ND

 
Silver (.931) 1.6 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States)
King
John I (1379-1390)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1379-1390
Value
½ Real
Currency
Real (1350-1400)
Composition
Silver (.931)
Weight
1.6 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#145386
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Castle

Script: Latin

Lettering: IOHANES REX CASTELLE

Translation: Juan I King of Castile

Interesting fact

The ½ Real coin from the Kingdom of Castile and Leon, minted during the reign of John I (Burgos) between 1379 and 1390, features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual royal coat of arms or insignia, the coin bears an image of a castle, which is believed to represent the city of Burgos, where John I was born and crowned. This design element sets the coin apart from other coins of the same era and makes it a distinctive piece of numismatic history.