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Pilarte Coroado - Ferdinand I Miranda do Douro ND
| Billon (.166 silver) | 1.8 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand I (Fernando I) (1367-1383) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1371-1383 |
| Value | 1 Pilarte = 7 Dinheiros |
| Currency | Libra (1st Dynasty, 1128-1383) |
| Composition | Billon (.166 silver) |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#103892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: SI:D NS:M ICH I:AD
Comment
The "Secret symbols" are small marks at any part of the coin that, we believe, are to identify the "fornaça"(Team maker) or (and) the metal composition. There are more than 100 different marks known.The pict is the coin Nr.4327 from INCM Museum.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pilarte Coroado coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Ferdinand I of Portugal, who ruled from 1371 to 1383. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, known as the "Pilarte Coroado" series, which featured a crowned pillar on one side and the king's name and title on the other. The coin was made of billon, a type of alloy that contains a small amount of silver, and weighed 1.8 grams. Despite its small size, this coin is a valuable piece of history for numismatists and collectors.
