Dinheiro "Pentagram"- Afonso I ND (1169-1185) front Dinheiro "Pentagram"- Afonso I ND (1169-1185) back
Dinheiro "Pentagram"- Afonso I ND (1169-1185) photo
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Dinheiro "Pentagram"- Afonso I ND

 
Billon (.180 silver) 0.8 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Afonso I (1139-1185)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1169-1185
Value
1 Dinheiro
Currency
Libra (1st Dynasty, 1128-1383)
Composition
Billon (.180 silver)
Weight
0.8 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#97470
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Lettering: REX PORT

Translation: King of Portugal

Comment

The picture above is the coin MCM 4234 from INCM Museum

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dinheiro "Pentagram"- Afonso I ND (1169-1185) from Portugal is that it features a unique pentagram design on one side, which was a symbol of protection and power during the medieval period.