Duro Tortosa
1810 year| Silver (.903) | 27 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand VII (1808-1833) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1810 |
| Value | 5 Pesetas |
| Currency | Peseta (1808-1850) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#104074 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
The Duro (Tortosa) 1810 coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Spain. In 1808, Spain was invaded by Napoleon's army, and the country was divided into several provinces, with Catalonia being one of them. The Principality of Catalonia issued its own currency, including the Duro (Tortosa) 1810 coin, which was made of silver and weighed 27 grams. Despite the political instability of the time, the coin remained in circulation until 1850, when it was replaced by the Spanish peseta. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the complex political landscape of Spain during the early 19th century.
