Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Dinheiro - Afonso III ND
| Billon (.083 silver) | 1 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Afonso III (1247-1279) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1248-1279 |
| Value | 1 Dinheiro |
| Currency | Libra (1st Dynasty, 1128-1383) |
| Composition | Billon (.083 silver) |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#40417 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Five shields with irregular number of dots and lettering starting at any of the four quadrants.
Lettering: PO RT VG AL
Comment
Interesting fact
The Dinheiro - Afonso III ND (1248-1279) coin from Portugal was used as a form of payment for goods and services during the reign of King Afonso III, who ruled Portugal from 1248 to 1279. The coin was made of Billon, a type of alloy that contains a small amount of silver, and weighed 1 gram. Despite its small size, the coin played a significant role in the economy of Portugal during that time period.
