Besançon, Counter token - Ferdinand II Emperor

Location Besançon, Free imperial city of
Year 1624
Type Utility token
Composition Copper
Weight 7 g
Diameter 32 mm
Thickness 0.9 mm
Shape Round
Technique
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Edge Smooth
Period
Notice
Reference(s) Feu#10232 var.
Obverse description Double-headed eagle within inner circle with city arms, large crown above, seven shielded arms surrounding separated by lilly`s.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering VESO / NTIO
(Translation: Besançon)
Reverse description Laureate bust facing right of Ferdinand II, legend around. In the exergue the unfinished vintage 16 followed by an empty cartridge and CP. (Engraver`s initials)
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering FERDINAND.II.D.G.RO.IMP.S.A.ETC .16-. [CP]
(Translation: Ferdinand II by the Grace of God Holy Roman Emperor etc..)
Mint Besançon, France
Mintage
Numisquare ID 9553029070
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