© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
1 Denier - Ferdinand II Saint James ND
| Billon | 0.8 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand II (1157-1188) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1179-1181 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Dinero |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#131610 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Saint James front-facing
Script: Latin
Lettering: IACOBI
Translation: Saint James
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Ferdinand II (also known as Ferdinand the Saint) on one side, while the other side bears the inscription "SANCTUS IACOBUS" (Saint James) and a cross. This coin was issued during Ferdinand's reign over the Kingdom of Leon, which was a short-lived kingdom that existed in the 12th century in the northwestern part of the Iberian Peninsula, present-day Spain and Portugal. Despite its brief existence, the kingdom played an important role in the history of the region and the coinage issued during this period remains a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians.
