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Spanish dinero and obol. 13th century
Spanish dinero and obol. 13th century. Coins minted in Girona, Empuries and Barcelona. Episcopal Museum. Vic. Spain
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13th Ampurias Barcelona Catalan Catalonia Coin Coins Copper Economic Economy Empuries Episcopal Gerona Girona Money Dinero
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This print showcases a collection of Spanish coins from the 13th century, featuring both dinero and obol pieces. These coins were minted in significant medieval cities of Catalonia, including Girona, Empuries, and Barcelona, and are now preserved in the Episcopal Museum of Vic, Spain. Dinero, derived from the Latin word for silver, was a common coin used during the Middle Ages in the Iberian Peninsula. It was typically made of copper alloy and weighed around 1.8 grams. The obol, on the other hand, was a smaller coin, weighing approximately 0.9 grams, and was often used as a fraction of a dinero. The intricate designs on these coins reveal their historical significance. The obol from Empuries, for instance, bears the image of a bishop's mitre on the obverse, while the reverse displays a cross potent. The dinero from Barcelona, meanwhile, features a crowned crucifix on the obverse and a castle on the reverse, symbolizing the power and authority of the ruling monarchs. These coins offer a fascinating glimpse into the economic and historical landscape of 13th-century Spain. The presence of such a well-preserved collection in the Episcopal Museum of Vic is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Catalonia and the importance of its medieval past.
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