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Blanca - Henry III Cuenca ND
| Billon | 2 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry III (1390-1406) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1400-1406 |
| Value | 1 Blank (1 Blanca) (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Real (1400-1462) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#122740 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Lion
Script: Latin
Lettering: ENRICVS DEI GRACIA
Translation: Henry by the grace of God
Comment
Mintmark bowlInteresting fact
The Blanca coin was used as a means of payment in the Kingdom of Castile and Leon during the reign of Henry III (1400-1406). It was made of billon, a type of alloy that consists of a mixture of silver and copper. Despite its small weight of 2 grams, the coin held significant value during its time and was widely used in trade and commerce.
