Denier - Philip II ND (1556-1598) front Denier - Philip II ND (1556-1598) back
Denier - Philip II ND (1556-1598) photo
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Denier - Philip II ND

 
Billon 0.93 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Valencia (Spanish States)
King
Philip I (1556-1598)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1556-1598
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.93 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#153017
Rarity index
79%

Reverse

Tree

Script: Latin

Lettering: VALENCIA

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip II of Spain, who was also known as Philip the Prudent. He was known for his strong leadership and his efforts to strengthen the Spanish economy, which led to the creation of this coin. The coin was made of Billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, and it weighed 0.93 grams. Despite its small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of the Kingdom of Valencia during that time.