Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Dinheiro - Sancho I ND
| Billon (.083 silver) | 0.8 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Sancho I (1185-1211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1185-1211 |
| Value | 1 Dinheiro |
| Currency | Libra (1st Dynasty, 1128-1383) |
| Composition | Billon (.083 silver) |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#40416 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Lettering: PO RT VG AL
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dinheiro - Sancho I ND (1185-1211) from Portugal made of Billon (.083 silver) weighing 0.8 g is that it was issued during the reign of King Sancho I, who was known for his efforts to strengthen the Portuguese economy and promote trade. The coin's design features the king's crowned bust on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the country's Christian heritage. Despite its small size and relatively low silver content, the coin was an important part of the Portuguese currency system at the time and was widely used in everyday transactions.
