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Denaro Reale - Alfonso V ND
| Billon | 0.8 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sardinia (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Alfonso V the Magnanimous (1416-1458) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1416-1458 |
| Value | 2 Deniers |
| Currency | Denier (1387-1516) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#149870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross cantoned with S.O.A.O
Lettering: AR GO SAR DI
Translation: Aragon & Sardinia
Interesting fact
The Denaro Reale - Alfonso V ND (1416-1458) coin from the Kingdom of Sardinia (Italian States) is interesting because it was made of Billon, a metal alloy that was commonly used in coinage during the medieval period. Billon is a mixture of silver and other metals, such as copper, tin, or lead, and was used to create coins that were lighter and less expensive to produce than pure silver coins. The use of Billon in coinage was a common practice in many parts of Europe during this time, and it allowed for the production of coins that were more accessible to the general population.
