© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Denier - John I Burgos ND
| Billon | 1 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | John I (1379-1390) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1379-1390 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Real (1350-1400) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#145402 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Castle
Script: Latin
Lettering: CASTELLE E LEGIONIS
Translation: of Castile and Leon
Interesting fact
The Denier - John I (Burgos) ND (1379-1390) coin from the Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) is interesting because it was made of Billon, a metal alloy that was commonly used in the Middle Ages for coinage. Billon is a mixture of silver and other metals, usually copper, and was used to create coins that were more durable and had a lower intrinsic value than pure silver coins. The use of Billon in coinage was a common practice in Europe during this time period, and this coin is a prime example of that.
