Dinheiro - Sancho II ND (1223-1248) front Dinheiro - Sancho II ND (1223-1248) back
Dinheiro - Sancho II ND (1223-1248) photo
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Dinheiro - Sancho II ND

 
Billon (.083 silver) 1.0 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Sancho II (1223-1247)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1223-1248
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#106340
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Big cross with lettering at angles

Lettering: PO RT VG AL

Comment

The picture is the coin Nr 4252 from INCM Museum.
Another coin:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dinheiro - Sancho II ND (1223-1248) from Portugal made of Billon (.083 silver) weighing 1.0 g is that it was issued during the reign of King Sancho II, 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 widely used in trade and commerce during its time and remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.