HELP! Yes, I haven't a clue as to which this is.

I have this coin that I cannot fathom. I am thinking Spanish, but . . . . . . .
Does anyone recognize anything about this coin, please? (Don't be bashful.)

We are talking bronze, 14mm., 0.91 gm.

 

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impossible to find out, sorry

 

Maybe someone else, then.

 

This is a Spanish coin (maybe Philip II) with the obverse of crown over monogram; castle reverse.

 

I agree....

 

You guys are great! As I dip my toes into ancient waters, I am glad to be part of this forum and the CT group in general.

Steve

 

One of those "castle" maravedeis coins from medieval Spain. I have seen the type before. Check out this listing:

http://www.antiques.com/classified/1097089/Antique--99026---Medieval-Spain--late-1500--s-AD

Btw just a random Google search result. Not saying this is a good listing or price.

 

Thank-you, everyone, (esp. medoraman).
The coin was a 'gift' with a number of other coins I purchased from a 'detector' who travelled in Spain and Portugal, so the provenance is about right.
Thank-you (all) again.

 

With your help. I believe that what I have is a
"Half Maravedis" of Philipe II, (1556-1598A.D.)
Obv. Castle divides mintmark and assayer mark.
Rev. Crowned Philippus monogram divides 'Officina' and assayer mark.
Cuenca mint (1558-1573A.D.)
Mintmaster (Patriachal cross and chalice with a star) Pedro Roman
Ref: Calico 721