© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Obol ND
1524 year| Billon (.250 silver) | 0.6 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Charles I (1516-1556) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1524 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 0.6 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#135452 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield with four pales
Interesting fact
The Obol ND (1524) coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the region. The Principality of Catalonia was part of the Crown of Aragon, which was a powerful kingdom that spanned across much of the Iberian Peninsula and parts of the Mediterranean. In the early 16th century, the Crown of Aragon was facing economic challenges and political tensions, which led to the minting of coins like the Obol ND (1524) as a way to address these issues. The coin's unique blend of silver and billon (a copper and silver alloy) reflects the efforts of the Principality of Catalonia to maintain its economic stability during this time.
