目录
| 正面描述 | Shield of Savoy with coat of arms under a crown with 5 fleurons and 4 small globes. |
|---|---|
| 正面文字 | Latin |
| 正面铭文 | E. PHILIBERTVS. DVX. SABAV |
| 背面描述 | Cross of St. Maurice. |
| 背面文字 | Latin |
| 背面铭文 | AVXILIVM : MEVM : A : DOMINO : N : 1561 |
| 边缘 | Plain |
| 铸币厂 |
Chambéry, France L Bourg-en-Bresse, France N Nice, France NV Aosta, Italy V Vercelli, Italy |
| 铸造量 |
1559 L - (fr) maitre atelier Luchino Reale - 1560 - (fr) pas de lettre d`atelier pour Chambery - 1560 L - (fr) maitre atelier Luchino Reale - 1560 N - - 1560 V - - 1561 L - (fr) maitre atelier Luchino Reale - 1561 N - - 1561 NV - (fr) atelier Aoste/Nice maitre d`atelier Nicolas Vialard - |
| Numisquare 编号 | 6417935700 |
| 附加信息 |
Historical Context: This 3 Gros coin, issued by the Duchy of Savoy between 1559 and 1561, marks a pivotal period under Emmanuel-Philibert. Following Cateau-Cambrésis (1559), Savoy was largely restored after decades of foreign occupation. Emmanuel-Philibert, a skilled military leader and statesman, focused on rebuilding his state, reforming administration, and stabilizing its economy. This coinage reflects his efforts to assert ducal authority and establish a reliable currency during a crucial era of restoration for Savoy.
Artistry: As the "3rd type," this issue represents a refined design. Engraver details are often unrecorded, but the coin's artistry reflects prevailing late Renaissance numismatic trends. Designs typically featured dignified ducal arms or a bust of Emmanuel-Philibert on the obverse, asserting sovereignty. The reverse commonly displayed the Savoyard cross or other dynastic symbols, rendered with heraldic clarity, typical of 16th-century Italianate minting.
Technical/Grading: Struck in billon, this coin typically exhibits a weight of 3.63 grams and a diameter of 25 millimeters. High-points susceptible to wear include the ducal crown or hair, or central shield/cross elements. Hammered minting and billon composition lead to planchet irregularities, off-center strikes, and variable sharpness. Surface preservation often shows characteristic toning or minor corrosion.