2 Maravedis - Ioana and Carolus I ND (1525-1528) front 2 Maravedis - Ioana and Carolus I ND (1525-1528) back
2 Maravedis - Ioana and Carolus I ND (1525-1528) photo
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2 Maravedis - Ioana and Carolus I ND

 
Billon 4.8 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Charles I (1516-1555)
Queen
Joanna (Juana I) (1504-1555)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1525-1528
Value
2 Maravedis (1⁄17)
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Billon
Weight
4.8 g
Diameter
25 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#115301
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Lion in circle. Legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IVANA ET CARLOS REGINA ET RE
G

Translation: Joanna and Charles, queen and king

Comment

High grade billon

Interesting fact

The 2 Maravedis coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Ioana and Carolus I (1525-1528), features a unique design element - a crowned shield with the initials "I" and "C" on either side, representing the co-rulers.