© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Blanca - Philip II Burgos ND
| Billon | 1 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1573-1589 |
| Value | 1 Blank (1 Blanca) (1⁄68) |
| Currency | Real (1497-1833) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#182158 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Castle in beaded circle. Mintmark B and privy marks at left, right or bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering: B
Comment
Privy marksZ=Juan de Salazar
Moon=Francisco de Segovia
Interesting fact
The Blanca coin was a popular denomination during the reign of Philip II of Spain, and it was used extensively in trade and commerce. In fact, it was so widely used that it became known as the "workhorse" of the Spanish economy during that time.
