Henry - Henry IV (Seville) ND (1455-1471) front Henry - Henry IV (Seville) ND (1455-1471) back
Henry - Henry IV (Seville) ND (1455-1471) photo
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Henry - Henry IV Seville ND

 
Gold (.990) 4.6 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States)
King
Henry IV (1454-1474)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1455-1471
Value
1 Dobla (105⁄8)
Currency
Real (1462-1465)
Composition
Gold (.990)
Weight
4.6 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#122747
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Castles and lions

Script: Latin

Lettering: ENRICVS DEI GRACIA REX CASTELLE

Translation: Henry King of Castile by the grace of God

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Henry IV of Castile, also known as Henry the Impotent, who was king from 1455 to 1471. Despite his nickname, Henry IV was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the kingdom, including the introduction of new coinage like this gold coin.