© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Blanc - John III and Catherine I ND
| Billon | 2.02 g | - |
| 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 |
| 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.
