© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
5 Groats Besalú,annulet in circle
1642 year| Silver (.931) | 12 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII of France (1641-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1642 |
| Value | 5 Groats (½) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#110687 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross divides legend, annulet in first and fourth angles, three bezants in second and third angles. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: OPIDVM·BISVLDVNENS 1642
Translation: City of Besalú
Interesting fact
The 5 Groats coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) made of Silver (.931) weighing 12 g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of King Philip IV of Spain, who ruled from 1621 to 1665. This coin was minted in the year 1642, which was during a time of great economic and political change in Spain and Europe. The coin's design features the Besalú annulet in a circle, which was a common design element used in Catalan coinage during this period.
