Pugesa (Lerida) ND (1479-1516) front Pugesa (Lerida) ND (1479-1516) back
Pugesa (Lerida) ND (1479-1516) photo
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Pugesa Lerida ND

 
Copper 3.33 g 17 mm
Description
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
3.33 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#194882
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: PUGESA DE LEDA

Interesting fact

The Pugesa (Lerida) coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) made of Copper weighing 3.33g is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during the reign of King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella I of Castile, who were known for their unification of Spain and their support of Christopher Columbus' voyage to the New World.