© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Cuartillo - Alfonso de Avila pretender,Toledo 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#145466 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Castle
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 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 rightful king during a period of dynastic conflict. Despite his claim, he was ultimately unsuccessful in his bid for power, and his coins, such as the Cuartillo, are now highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and rarity.
