Denier - James I ND (1213-1276) front Denier - James I ND (1213-1276) back
Denier - James I ND (1213-1276) photo
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Denier - James I ND

 
Billon 0.59 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Valencia (Spanish States)
King
James I (1213-1276)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1213-1276
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.59 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#194843
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: + VALENCIE

Interesting fact

The Denier coin from the Kingdom of Valencia, which was issued during the reign of James I (1213-1276), was made of Billon, a type of alloy that consists of a mixture of silver and copper. Despite being made of a base metal, the coin was still considered a valuable form of currency during its time, and it was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the Spanish States.