Denier - Alfonso VIII stars 2-3 ND
| Billon | 0.9 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Alfonso VIII (1158-1214) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1158-1214 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1 dinero) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#100890 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Greek cross with stars in 2nd and 3rd quarter
Script: Latin
Lettering: +TOLLETA
Translation: Toledo
Comment
Earlier it was assigned to Alfonso I, but now it is believed that it can also be of Alfonso VII, VIII or IX. There are variants of position of stars in reverse and with several mark and dots.Interesting fact
The Denier coinage of Alfonso VIII of Castile was the first to feature a Christian king's name and title in Arabic, reflecting the cultural and religious influences of the time.
