Cuartillo - Henry IV (Coruna) ND (1454-1471) front Cuartillo - Henry IV (Coruna) ND (1454-1471) back
Cuartillo - Henry IV (Coruna) ND (1454-1471) photo
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Cuartillo - Henry IV Coruna ND

 
Billon 3.7 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States)
King
Henry IV (1454-1474)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1454-1471
Value
¼ Real
Currency
Real (1462-1465)
Composition
Billon
Weight
3.7 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#145464
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Castle

Script: Latin

Lettering: ENRICVS CARTVS REX CASTELLE

Translation: Enrique IV King of Castile

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Cuartillo - Henry IV (Coruna) ND (1454-1471) coin from the Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) is that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. Billon is a mixture of silver and copper, and it was used to create coins that were more durable and resistant to wear and tear than coins made of pure silver. The use of Billon in the production of coins was a common practice in many parts of Europe during the medieval period, and it allowed for the creation of coins that were both practical and aesthetically pleasing.