© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Real - Henry IV Cuenca ND
| Silver (.931) | 3.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (1454-1474) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1471-1474 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1471-1497) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#122758 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Castles and lions in octolobe
Script: Latin
Lettering: ENRICVS CARTVS DEI GRACIA RE
Translation: Henry IV King by the grace of God
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Henry IV of Castile, also known as Henry the Impotent, who was king from 1454 to 1474. Despite his nickname, Henry IV was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the kingdom, including the introduction of new coinage. The Real coin, which was first introduced during his reign, was an important step in standardizing the currency of the kingdom and facilitating trade.
