Blanc - John III and Catherine I ND (1483-1512) front Blanc - John III and Catherine I ND (1483-1512) back
Blanc - John III and Catherine I ND (1483-1512) photo
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Blanc - John III and Catherine I ND

 
Billon 2.02 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Navarre
King
John III (1484-1516)
Queen
Catherine I (1483-1517)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1483-1512
Value
16 Deniers (2⁄9)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.02 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#131670
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTVM

Translation: "Let the name of the lord be praised" (Psalm 113,2)

Interesting fact

The coin is a rare and interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about it is that it was minted during the reign of John III and Catherine I of Navarre, who ruled the kingdom jointly from 1483 to 1512. This was a unique period in history where a married couple shared the throne, and their coins are highly sought after by collectors today.