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Pugesa Lerida ND
| Copper | 3 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Ferdinand II (1479-1516) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1479-1516 |
| Value | 1 Pugesa (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#148593 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Three fleur de lis in a rhombus. Legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PVGESA DE LEIDA
Translation: Pugesa of Lérida
Interesting fact
The Pugesa (Lerida) coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) made of Copper weighing 3g has an interesting fact that it was used as a medium of exchange during the reign of King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella I of Castile, who were the Catholic Monarchs, and it was also used to pay taxes and debts.
