Denier - Ferdinand III (Leon) ND (1217-1252) front Denier - Ferdinand III (Leon) ND (1217-1252) back
Denier - Ferdinand III (Leon) ND (1217-1252) photo
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Denier - Ferdinand III Leon ND

 
Billon 1 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States)
King
Ferdinand III (1217-1252)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1217-1252
Value
1 Denier (1 Dinero)
Currency
Denier (1087-1350)
Composition
Billon
Weight
1 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#131613
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Tree between lions under cross

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Ferdinand III, also known as Ferdinand the Saint, who was the King of Castile and León from 1217 to 1252. He was known for his military campaigns against the Muslim kingdoms in the Iberian Peninsula and his efforts to unify the kingdoms under Christian rule. The coin's design and issuance during his reign reflect the political and economic conditions of the time, making it a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians.