Groat - Ferdinand II five pointed crown

€131,794.00
IssuerCatalonia, Principality of
Year1545
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1 Groat (0.1)
CurrencyLibra
CompositionSilver (.958)
Weight3.2 g
Dimensions23 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Cru#1167, Cal#132a
Obverse descriptionCrowned bust left in double circle, beaded and solid. Legend around. Date at top.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringFERDINANDUS D G REX 1545
(Translation: Ferdinand king by the grace of God)
Reverse descriptionLong cross divides legend, annulet in second and third angles, three bezants in first and fourth angles. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringCIUITAS BARDANONA
(Translation: City of Barcelona)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1545  - -
Catalog ID3054203160
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