Principality of Catalonia Ardite - Felipe II, 1556 – 1598
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Information
Country
Principality of Catalonia
Principality of Catalonia
Currency
Libra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
2 Deniers
Year
1556 – 1598
Ruler
Philip II
(1556–1598)
Composition
Billon (.250 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.6
Diameter (mm)
17
Demonetized
Yes
Description
2 Deniers from Principality of Catalonia. Issued from 1556 to 1598. Struck in Billon (.250 silver). Measures 17 mm and weighs 1.6 g.
- Obverse
- Rhombus crowned with four pales, in a beaded circle. Legend around. (Philip king by the grace of God)
- Reverse
- The Virgin standing with the child. Legend around, between beaded circles. (Hail Mary, full of grace)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1556-1598) | — | Cal#842 | 67% | |
| ND (1556-1598) | — | countermark P,Cal#843 | 89% |
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