Denier - Charles II 1667-1699 front Denier - Charles II 1667-1699 back
Denier - Charles II 1667-1699 photo
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Denier - Charles II

 
Billon 1.12 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Valencia (Spanish States)
King
Charles II (1665-1700)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1667-1699
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.12 g
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#109141
Rarity index
79%

Reverse

Lily plant in center circle, date in legend

Script: Latin

Lettering: VALENCIA REX 1684

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Charles II 1667-1699 from Kingdom of Valencia (Spanish States) made of Billon weighing 1.12 g is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in Spain. The reign of Charles II (1667-1699) saw the country's economy transition from a feudal system to a more modern, centralized system, with the introduction of new coinage and the establishment of a national bank. This coin, made of Billon (a silver-copper alloy) and weighing 1.12 grams, was likely used in everyday transactions and provides a glimpse into the economic and monetary systems of the time.