© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Denier - John II Toledo ND
| Billon | 0.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | John II (1406-1454) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1406-1454 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Real (1400-1462) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#145436 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Lion
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOHANES REX LEGION
Translation: Juan II King of Leon
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King John II of Castile, who ruled from 1406 to 1454. During his reign, the Kingdom of Castile and Leon was facing economic challenges, and the minting of coins like this Denier was an attempt to address those issues. Despite the challenges, the coin still features a beautiful design, including an image of the king on one side and a cross on the other. Today, this coin is a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of 15th-century Spain.
