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

 
Billon 0.57 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Majorca (Spanish States)
King
John II (1458-1479)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1458-1479
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.57 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#124165
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARAGONUM ET MAIOR

Translation: of Aragon and Majorca

Interesting fact

The Denier coin from the Kingdom of Majorca, issued during the reign of John II (1458-1479), features a unique design element - a small cross pattée (a cross with arms that are narrow at the center and broaden towards the ends) on the obverse (front) side of the coin. This cross is believed to have been added to the coin's design to symbolize the Christian faith of the kingdom and its rulers.