Dinero (Pedro II de Aragon, Lérida) ND (1209-1213) front Dinero (Pedro II de Aragon, Lérida) ND (1209-1213) back
Dinero (Pedro II de Aragon, Lérida) ND (1209-1213) photo
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Dinero Pedro II de Aragon, Lérida ND

 
Billon 0.75 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Urgell (Spanish States)
Ruling authority
Peter II of Aragon (1209-1213)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1209-1213
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Dinero
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.75 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#124982
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Legend above tree

Script: Latin

Lettering: VRGEL

Translation: Urgell

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Pedro II de Aragon, who was also known as Pedro the Catholic. He was a powerful king who expanded his kingdom's territories through military conquests and strategic alliances, and his reign saw the rise of the Aragonese Empire. This coin, which was minted in the city of Lérida, is a testament to the economic and cultural achievements of his reign.