© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Obol - Alfonso VIII with date
1204 (1166) year| Billon | 0.3 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Alfonso VIII (1158-1214) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1204 (1166) |
| Value | 1 Obol (1 meaja) (⅙) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.3 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#194324 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: x ERA MCCIIII
Translation: 1204 of era Safar
Comment
The first coin in Christian countries with dateInteresting fact
The Obol coin from the Kingdom of Castile, minted during the reign of Alfonso VIII in 1204 (1166), is interesting because it was made of Billon, a metal alloy that was commonly used in medieval Europe for coinage. Billon is a mixture of silver and other metals, such as copper, tin, or lead, and was used to create a more durable and affordable alternative to pure silver coins. The use of Billon in coinage during this time period was a significant innovation in minting technology and played an important role in the development of trade and commerce in Europe.
