© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Groat - Philip IV Lérida
1640 year| Silver (.931) | 2.9 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Philip III (1621-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1640 |
| Value | 1 Groat (0.1) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#110660 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross divides legend, annulet in second and third angles, three bezants in first and fourth angles. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CIVI ILERDA 1640
Translation: City of Lerida
Interesting fact
The Groat coin from Philip IV's reign (1621-1665) was used as a means of payment in the Principality of Catalonia, which was a region in the Spanish States. The coin was made of silver and had a weight of 2.9 grams. Despite its small size, it was a significant coin in its time and was used for everyday transactions. It's worth noting that the Principality of Catalonia had its own currency, the Catalan peseta, which was used alongside the Spanish currency, the real. The Groat coin was one of the coins that were used in Catalonia during this time period.
