© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Obol - Iacobus I ND
| Billon | 0.26 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Aragon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | James I (1213-1276) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1213-1276 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.26 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#123656 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Patriarchal cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: : IACOBVS REX
Translation: James I King
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from the Kingdom of Aragon, made of Billon and weighing 0.26g, is interesting because it was used as a means of exchange during the reign of King James I of Aragon, who was also known for his conquests and expansion of the kingdom. Despite its small weight, the coin played a significant role in the economy of the time and is now a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
