© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Denier - Henry II Leon ND
| Billon | 0.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry II (1366-1379) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1373-1379 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Real (1350-1400) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#145427 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Lion
Script: Latin
Lettering: ENRICVS REX LE
Translation: Enrique II King of Leon
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King Henry II of Castile and Leon, who ruled from 1369 to 1379. During his reign, he implemented several economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which included the Denier coin. This coin was made of Billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, and it weighed 0.8 grams. Despite its small size, the Denier coin played an important role in the economy of the Kingdom of Castile and Leon during this time period.
