© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Denier - Alfonso VIII knight ND
| Billon | 0.6 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Alfonso VIII (1158-1214) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1166-1167 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1 dinero) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.6 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#192638 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Greek cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: +ALFONS
Translation: Alfonso
Interesting fact
The coat of arms on the Alfonso VIII Denier coin features a knight on horseback, representing the king's role as a military leader and protector of his kingdom.
