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Obol - Alfonso X Cuenca ND
1281 year| Billon | 0.4 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Alfonso X (1252-1284) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1281 |
| Value | 1 Obol (Meaja) (½) |
| Currency | Denier (1087-1350) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.4 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#68238 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Lion facing left within square
Script: Latin
Lettering: LE GI ON IS
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from the Kingdom of Castile and Leon, minted during the reign of Alfonso X in the 13th century, is interesting because it was made of billon, a metal alloy that was commonly used in medieval Europe. Billon is a mixture of silver and copper, and it was used to create coins that were more durable and resistant to wear and tear than coins made of pure silver. The use of billon in coinage was a significant innovation in the history of numismatics, as it allowed for the creation of coins that were both more practical and more affordable for everyday transactions.
