© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Real - Henry IV Seville ND
| Silver (.931) | 3.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Castile and Leon (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (1454-1474) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1455-1471 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1462-1465) |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#156168 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with castles and lions in angles
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ENRICVS REX CASTELLE ET LEGIONIS
S
Translation:
Enrique IV King of Castile and Leon
Seville
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 1455 to 1471. Despite his nickname, Henry IV was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the kingdom, including the introduction of new coinage. This coin, the Real, was one of the new denominations introduced during his reign and was widely used throughout the kingdom.
