1/2 Groat - Ferdinand II rude portrait

€125,076.00
IssuerCatalonia, Principality of
Year1479-1516
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/2 Groat (3⁄80)
CurrencyLibra
CompositionSilver (.958)
Weight1.45 g
Dimensions18 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Cru#1148, Cal#131
Obverse descriptionCrowned bust left in circle. Legend around.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse lettering+FERDINANDUS·D·G·REX
(Translation: Ferdinand king by the grace of God)
Reverse descriptionLong cross divides legend, annulet in first and fourth angles, three bezants in second and third angles. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringCIUITAS BARCKNONA
(Translation: City of Barcelona)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1479-1516)  - -
Catalog ID5378290280
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