1/4 Teston - Charles IV

€322,234.00
IssuerLorraine, Duchy of
Year1629
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/4 Teston (1/8)
CurrencyPound
CompositionSilver
Weight2.27 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Flon#20, p.703#, Saulcy#XXVI, 5#, KM#44
Obverse descriptionBust of duke facing right.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse lettering☨ CAROLVS · D : G · DVX · LOTH · MARCH D : C · B · G
(Translation: Charles, by God`s grace Duke of Lorraine, Marquis and Duke of Calabria, Bar, Guelders.)
Reverse descriptionCrowned shield with ninefold arms of Lorraine, date above and a small crowned cross of Lorraine on each side.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringMONETA · NOVA · NANCEII · CVS
(Translation: New coinage made in Nancy.)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1629  - -
Catalog ID2620454080
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