Ardite - Philip III 1612-1621 front Ardite - Philip III 1612-1621 back
Ardite - Philip III 1612-1621 photo
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Ardite - Philip III

 
Copper 1.6 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States)
Count
Philip II (1598-1621)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1612-1621
Value
Ardite (1⁄120)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.6 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#51874
Rarity index
44%

Reverse

Lozenge shield. Legend between two beaded circles.

Script: Latin

Lettering: BARCINO CIVITAS 1615

Translation: City of Barcelona

Comment

Prev. KM#16

Interesting fact

The Ardite coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) made of Copper and weighing 1.6g is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during the reign of Philip III (1612-1621) and features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Catalonia on the other.