© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Cuartillo - Alfonso de Avila pretender,Seville 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#131632 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Castle in octolobe
Script: Latin
Lettering: ALFONSVS DEI GRACIA REX CAS
Translation: Alfonso King of Castile by the grace of God
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Cuartillo coin is that it was issued by Alfonso de Avila, a pretender to the throne of the Kingdom of Castile and Leon, during a time of political turmoil in the region. Despite not being a recognized ruler, Alfonso de Avila was able to mint coins in his name, which suggests that he had some level of support or influence among certain groups within the kingdom. This coin, in particular, is made of Billon and weighs 3.7 grams, which was a common composition and weight for coins of its time.
