Principality of Catalonia 1 Denier - Carolus I, 1528 – 1553
Gerona
Information
Country
Principality of Catalonia
Principality of Catalonia
Currency
Libra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Denier
Year
1528 – 1553
Ruler
Charles V (Karl V)
(1535–1540)
Composition
Billon (.250 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1
Diameter (mm)
14
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Denier from Principality of Catalonia. Issued from 1528 to 1553. Struck in Billon (.250 silver). Measures 14 mm and weighs 1 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned bust left in beaded circle. Legend around. (Charles king by the grace of God)
- Reverse
- Lozenge shield. Legend around, between beaded circles. (City of Gerona)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1553) | — | head right,Cal#59 | 83% | |
| ND (1528) | — | head left,Cal#57 | 33% | |
| ND (1528-1535) G | — | Cal#58 | 25% |
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