© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Denier - John III and Catherine I ND
| Billon | 0.84 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Navarre |
|---|---|
| King | John III (1484-1516) |
| Queen | Catherine I (1483-1517) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1483-1512 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.84 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#127453 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT NOMEN DOMINI BE
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of John III and Catherine I of Navarre, who ruled the kingdom from 1483 to 1512. This coin is a rare example of a billon denier, which was a type of coin that was minted in Navarre during this time period. Billon coins were made of a mixture of silver and copper, and were used as a substitute for pure silver coins when silver was in short supply. The fact that this coin was minted during a specific time period and is made of a unique material makes it a valuable and interesting piece for collectors.
