Portugal ⅕ Barbuda - Fernando I, 1370 – 1371
Porto mint
Information
Country
Portugal
Portugal
Currency
Libra
(1 – 1383)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
⅕ Barbuda
Year
1370 – 1371
Ruler
Ferdinand I (Fernando I)
(1367–1383)
Composition
Billon (.250 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
0.8
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
⅕ Barbuda from Portugal. Issued from 1370 to 1371. Struck in Billon (.250 silver). Measures 18 mm and weighs 0.8 g.
- Obverse
- Helmet (Barbuda) with shield over shoulder. Mint letter "P" on the right
- Reverse
- Christ Cross divide coin in 4 quadrants with a letter at each angle and lettering around. The four letters, Q A R T, are probably abbreviated royal titles, Q=Çamora; A= Algarve; P=Portugal; T= Tui
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1370-1371) P | — | AG#Fe 22.01 (/ Q A R T) | ||
| ND (1370-1371) P | — | AG#Fe 22.02 (/ Q A T R) |
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