© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
4 Maravedis - Ioana and Carolus I ND
| Billon | 9.6 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1516-1555) |
| Queen | Joanna (Juana I) (1504-1555) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1525-1528 |
| Value | 4 Maravedis (2⁄17) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 9.6 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#115302 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion in circle. Legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IVANA ET CARLOS REGINA ET RE
B
Translation:
Joanna and Charles Queen and King
Baltasar de Camargo
Comment
High grade billonInteresting fact
The 4 Maravedis coin from Spain, issued during the reign of Ioana and Carolus I (1525-1528), features a unique design element - a crowned shield with the royal coat of arms, surrounded by the inscription "CAROLUS ET IOHANA DEI GRATIA" (Charles and Joanna, by the grace of God). This coin was made of Billon, a metal alloy composed of silver, copper, and other metals, and weighs 9.6 grams.
