© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
2 Denier - Charles I Puigcerdá ND
| Billon (.250 silver) | 1 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Charles I (1516-1556) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1525-1556 |
| Value | 2 Deniers (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#92474 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
The Virgin standing with the child. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +AVE+G+PLENA+DOM
Translation: Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord…
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles I, also known as Charles V, who was the king of Spain and the Holy Roman Emperor. This coin was minted in the Principality of Catalonia, which was a region in Spain that had its own currency and minting facilities. The fact that it was made of Billon, a metal alloy that contains .250 silver, suggests that it was a relatively valuable coin at the time. Additionally, the fact that it weighs 1g suggests that it was a small coin, making it easy to handle and transport.
