© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Castellano - Henry IV Burgos ND
| Gold (.750) | 4.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (1454-1474) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1471-1474 |
| Value | 1 Dobla (40⁄3) |
| Currency | Real (1471-1497) |
| Composition | Gold (.750) |
| Weight | 4.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#156167 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion
Script: Latin
Lettering: XPS VINCIT XPS REGNAT XPS IMPE
Translation: Christ conquers, Christ reigns, Christ commands (Laudes Regiae)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Henry IV of Castile, also known as Henry the Impotent, who was king from 1454 to 1474. Despite his nickname, Henry IV was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the kingdom, including the introduction of new coinage like this gold castellano.
