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Denier - Ferdinand IV Burgos ND
| Billon | 1 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand IV (1295-1312) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1295-1312 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1 Dinero) |
| Currency | Denier (1087-1350) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#149233 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Lion
Script: Latin
Lettering: ET LEGIONIS
Translation: and Leon
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Ferdinand IV, who was the King of Castile and León from 1295 to 1312. This coin is a rare example of a denier, a type of coin that was widely used in medieval Europe, and it is made of billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of silver and other metals. The fact that it weighs 1 gram and has a standard circulation design makes it a valuable and interesting piece for collectors of ancient coins.
