© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Cuartillo - Alfonso de Avila pretender,Segovia ND
| Billon | 3.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Alfonso de Avila (1465-1468) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1465-1468 |
| Value | ¼ Real |
| Currency | Real (1465-1471) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#127697 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Castle in octolobe. Legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ALFONSVS DEI GRACIA REX CAS
Translation: Alfonso King of Castile and Leon by the grace of God
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Cuartillo coin is that it was issued during a time of political turmoil in the Kingdom of Castile and Leon. Alfonso de Avila, also known as Alfonso the Innocent, was a pretender to the throne who claimed to be the son of King Henry IV of Castile and Leon. Despite his claim, he was not recognized as a legitimate ruler and his coins were not widely accepted. As a result, the Cuartillo coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
