Dinheiro - Dinis I ND (1279-1325) front Dinheiro - Dinis I ND (1279-1325) back
Dinheiro - Dinis I ND (1279-1325) photo
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Dinheiro - Dinis I ND

 
Billon (.083 silver) 1.0 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Denis I (Dinis I) (1279-1325)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1279-1325
Value
1 Dinheiro
Currency
Libra (1st Dynasty, 1128-1383)
Composition
Billon (.083 silver)
Weight
1.0 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#106346
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Five shields making a cross and lettering around starting at the 4th quadrant

Script: Latin

Lettering: GA RB II AL

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dinheiro - Dinis I ND (1279-1325) from Portugal made of Billon (.083 silver) weighing 1.0 g is that it was used as a form of currency during the reign of King Dinis I, who was known for his efforts to promote economic growth and trade in Portugal. The coin's design features the king's name and title on one side, and a cross on the other, which was a common motif on coins of that time period. Despite its small size and relatively low silver content, the coin was widely accepted and used in transactions throughout the country, and it remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.