Florin - Alfonso V ND (1416-1458) front Florin - Alfonso V ND (1416-1458) back
Florin - Alfonso V ND (1416-1458) photo
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Florin - Alfonso V ND

 
Gold 3.42 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Valencia (Spanish States)
King
Alfonso III (1416-1458)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1416-1458
Value
1 Florin (¾)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.42 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#124300
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Fleur-de-lis

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARAGO REX AL

Translation: Alfonso V King of Aragon

Interesting fact

The Florin coin , which was issued during the reign of Alfonso V of Aragon (1416-1458) and minted in the Kingdom of Valencia (which is now part of Spain), is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of gold, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. The fact that it weighs 3.42 grams suggests that it was a significant amount of gold, making it a valuable and important coin in its time. Additionally, the fact that it was a standard circulation coin means that it was widely used in transactions and commerce, making it a tangible piece of history that connects us to the past.