Catalogus
| Uitgever | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Jaar | 1139-1185 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Waarde | 1 Dinheiro |
| Valuta | Libra (1st Dynasty, 1128-1383) |
| Samenstelling | Billon (.450 silver) |
| Gewicht | 0.6 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Dikte | |
| Vorm | Round (irregular) |
| Techniek | Hammered |
| Oriëntatie | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Graveur(s) | |
| In omloop tot | |
| Referentie(s) | Gomes#A1 01 |
| Beschrijving voorzijde | King`s head looking left above mint letters C-O (?or O-O?) |
|---|---|
| Schrift voorzijde | Latin |
| Opschrift voorzijde | ALFONSVS |
| Beschrijving keerzijde | Christo Cross with crescents at 1st and 3rd corner |
| Schrift keerzijde | Latin |
| Opschrift keerzijde | REX PORTVGA |
| Rand | |
| Muntplaats | |
| Oplage |
ND (1139-1185) C-O - - |
| Numisquare-ID | 1474936450 |
| Aanvullende informatie |
Historical Context: The Dinheiro 'Bust' of Afonso I, Gomes#A1 01, dates from Portugal's foundational period (1139-1185). Afonso Henriques, the first King, forged the nation amidst the Iberian Reconquista, asserting autonomy from León. This coin's issuance was a crucial declaration of sovereignty, establishing a distinct Portuguese monetary system and signifying the nascent kingdom's self-governance on the peninsula.
Artistry: Artistically, this Dinheiro embodies the early medieval Iberian stylistic school. No specific engraver is known, typical for 12th-century coinage. The obverse features a stylized bust of the monarch, often crowned and facing left or right, rendered symbolically rather than as a realistic portrait, reflecting Romanesque numismatic traditions. The reverse typically displays a cross, frequently surrounded by a legend, executed with varying precision inherent to manual minting.
Technical/Grading: This billon (.450 silver) coin, 0.6 grams and 18 millimeters, showcases medieval hammer striking traits. High-points for wear include the crown and facial features of the obverse bust, and the center and arms of the reverse cross. Manual production often results in off-center or weak strikes, irregular planchets, and incomplete legends, particularly at the periphery. Billon composition means original luster is rare, with surfaces prone to minor pitting or encrustation.