© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Florin - Martin I Barcelona ND
| Gold (.750) | 3.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Martin I (1396-1410) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1396-1410 |
| Value | 1 Florin (¾) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Gold (.750) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#125035 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fleur-de-lis. Legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARAGO REX MAR
Translation: Martin king of Aragon
Interesting fact
The Florin coin , issued during the reign of Martin I of Aragon (also known as Martin the Humane) in the 15th century, features an interesting fact. Despite being made of gold (.750) and weighing only 3.5 grams, it was still used as a standard circulation coin in the Principality of Catalonia, which is now a part of Spain. This shows that even small, lightweight coins made of precious metals like gold were used for everyday transactions in the past, highlighting the value and utility of coinage in medieval economies.
