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Ardite - Philip IV
| Copper | 1.6 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Philip III (1621-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1622-1655 |
| Value | Ardite (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35900 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 29% |
Reverse
Lozenge shield. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BARCINO·CIVI·1654
Translation: City of Barcelona
Comment
Ardit is the catalan name
Interesting fact
The Ardite coin was used as a means of payment during the reign of Philip IV in the Principality of Catalonia, which was part of the Spanish States. Despite being made of copper, which is a relatively inexpensive metal, the Ardite coin was valued at a high denomination, reflecting the economic prosperity of the region at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1622-1655) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1653 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1654 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Ardite - Philip IV 1622-1655 coin.
