Denier - John II (Gerona) ND (1458-1479) front Denier - John II (Gerona) ND (1458-1479) back
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Denier - John II Gerona ND

 
Billon (.250 silver) 1 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States)
Count
John II (1458-1479)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1458-1479
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Billon (.250 silver)
Weight
1 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#125063
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Tree. Legend around, between beaded circles.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CIVITAS GERVND

Translation: City of Gerona

Interesting fact

The Denier - John II (Gerona) ND (1458-1479) coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of political and economic change in the region. The Principality of Catalonia was a state within the Crown of Aragon, which was a powerful kingdom that spanned across modern-day Spain, France, and Italy. John II, who ruled from 1458 to 1479, was a key figure in the history of Catalonia and played a significant role in shaping the region's political and economic landscape. The coin's composition of Billon (.250 silver) and its weight of 1 gram also make it a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.