© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Seiseno Caldas
1641 year| Copper | 3.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII of France (1641-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1641 |
| Value | 1 Seiseno (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#110763 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lozenge shield. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VILLA:CALIDAR:1641
Translation: City of Caldas
Interesting fact
The Seiseno (Caldas) coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) made of Copper weighing 3.5g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of King Philip IV of Spain, who ruled from 1621 to 1665. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign to help finance the military campaigns and administrative expenses of the Spanish Empire. The coin's design features the coat of arms of the Principality of Catalonia on one side and the crowned shield of the King of Spain on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history for numismatists and collectors.
