© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Ceitil - Afonso V Group 8 - Castle with closed regular outside wall ND
| Copper | 1.7 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Afonso V (1438-1481) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1458-1460 |
| Value | 1 Ceitil (⅙) |
| Currency | Real branco (1415-1517) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107184 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Portuguese coat of arms: 4th type shield or variant
Script: Latin (uncial)
Comment
A few examples of different sub-groups:
A good link for a more complete study of Ceitis:
https://sites.google.com/site/numismaticapa/ceitis_lista/ceitis_lista_a5
Interesting fact
The Ceitil coin was minted during the reign of King Afonso V of Portugal, who was known for his efforts to modernize the country's currency and minting processes. This coin, with its distinctive castle design and copper composition, was an important part of that effort, and it remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
