© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Cuartillo - Henry IV Jaen ND
| Billon | 3.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (1454-1474) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1466-1471 |
| 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#122761 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Castle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IAEN
ENRICVS CARTVS DEI GR
Translation:
Jaen
Henry IV by the grace of God
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Cuartillo coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Henry IV of Castile, also known as Henry the Impotent, who ruled from 1454 to 1474. Despite his nickname, Henry IV was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the kingdom, including the introduction of new coinage systems like the Cuartillo.
