© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Denier - John II Gerona ND
| Billon (.250 silver) | 1 g | 17 mm |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#125064 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Tree. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CIVITAS GERVND
Translation: City of Gerona
Interesting fact
The Denier coin of John II of Gerona, issued between 1458 and 1479, features an image of the king on horseback on one side and the coat of arms of Catalonia on the other. This coin was made of Billon, a type of alloy that contains .250 silver, and weighs 1 gram. Despite its small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of the Principality of Catalonia during the 15th century.
