© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
1 Obol - Ferdinand II two kings ND
| Billon (.125 silver) | 0.45 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand II (1157-1188) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1163-1165 |
| Value | 1 Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Dinero |
| Composition | Billon (.125 silver) |
| Weight | 0.45 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#127662 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of crowned king facing right, with sword in hand
Script: Latin
Lettering: TOLETVA
Translation: Toledo
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 two kings, Ferdinand II, who ruled together with his son, Alfonso IX, on the obverse (front) side of the coin. This unique design represents the first time in the history of the Kingdom of Leon that a father and son duo ruled together, and it highlights the complex political dynamics of the time.
