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This 1400-1406 coin originates from the Medieval Spanish States of Castile and Leon and is a rare and authentic piece that is over 620 years old. This coin is a unique addition to any coin collection and is a reflection of the rich cultural heritage of Medieval Spain under King Henry III.
The front of the coin depicts a castle, the Spanish city of Castille. The reverse depicts a lion facing left, the Spanish city of Leon. See photos for condition of coin (uneven surface).
Henry III of Castile (4 October 1379 – 25 December 1406), called the Suffering due to his ill health, was the son of John I and Eleanor of Aragon. He succeeded his father as King of Castile in 1390.
During King Henry's reign, the Castilian fleet won several victories against the English; Henry III sent a naval fleet in 1400 that destroyed Tétouan in North Africa, a pirate base. In 1402, he began the colonisation of the Canary Islands, sending French explorer Jean de Béthencourt to do so. In 1396, he deflected a Portuguese invasion with an attack on Badajoz, finally signing a peace treaty with his brother-in-law, King John I of Portugal, on 15 August 1402.
The coins denomination, a Blanca, is a remarkable piece of history that has stood the test of time. Its quality, rarity, and historical significance make it a valuable addition to any collector's inventory.
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