1 Denier - Ferdinand II (knight) ND (1162-1165) front 1 Denier - Ferdinand II (knight) ND (1162-1165) back
1 Denier - Ferdinand II (knight) ND (1162-1165) photo
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1 Denier - Ferdinand II knight ND

 
Billon 1.1 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Leon (Spanish States)
King
Ferdinand II (1157-1188)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1162-1165
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Dinero
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.1 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#145450
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned king, with cape, with ring on chest, arms raised, on horse to right.

Comment

Issue by Fernando II when he had guardianship of Alfonso VIII of Castile.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Ferdinand II, also known as Ferdinand the Knight, who was the King of León from 1157 to 1188. He was known for his military campaigns against the Moors and his role in the Reconquista, the reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula from Muslim rule. The coin's design, which includes a knight on horseback, likely represents Ferdinand's military prowess and leadership during this time.