© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Cuartillo - Henry IV Seville ND
| Billon | 3.7 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (1454-1474) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1454-1474 |
| Value | ¼ Real |
| Currency | Real (1462-1465) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#127691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Castle in octolobe. Legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ENRICVS DEI GRACIA REX CAS
Translation: Henry IV King of Castile by the grace of God
Comment
This example varies from the other Sevilla issue due to the hair style, neck jewelry, flowers around the octofoil, and the 3-stemmed pomegranates to the left and right of bust. Cataloged as Cy# 1651
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Cuartillo coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Henry IV of Castile, who was known for his efforts to centralize power and promote economic growth in the kingdom. The coin's design features the king's name and title, as well as the coat of arms of Castile and Leon, reflecting the kingdom's heraldic symbols. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Cuartillo coin played an important role in the economy of the time, serving as a widely used medium of exchange for everyday transactions.
