Real - Henry II (Cordoba) ND (1369-1373) front Real - Henry II (Cordoba) ND (1369-1373) back
Real - Henry II (Cordoba) ND (1369-1373) photo
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Real - Henry II Cordoba ND

 
Billon 2.6 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States)
King
Henry II (1366-1379)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1369-1373
Value
1 Real
Currency
Real (1350-1400)
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.6 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#122730
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Castles and lions in four-lobe

Script: Latin

Lettering: ENRICVS DEI GRACIA REX CASTELLE

Translation: Henry King of Castile by the grace of God

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King Henry II of Castile, who ruled from 1369 to 1373. He was known for his military campaigns against the Moors and for his efforts to consolidate power and centralize the government. The coin itself is made of billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, and weighs 2.6 grams. It is a standard circulation coin from the Kingdom of Castile and Leon, which was a powerful and influential kingdom in the Spanish States during the Middle Ages.