1/2 Teston - Charles III Type 1, Bourg-en-Bresse mint

€347,440.00
IssuerSavoy (France)
Year1504-1553
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/2 Teston
CurrencyTeston (1434-1553)
CompositionSilver
Weight4.73 g
Dimensions27.5 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) MIR#357
Obverse descriptionHatted bust of the duke facing right.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse lettering✠ CAROLVS DVX SABAVDIE SECOND B
(Translation: Charles II, duke of Savoy.)
Reverse descriptionSavoyard sloping shield, with helmet, crest and lambrequins.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering✠ NILDEEST’ TIMENTIBVS’ DEVM B
(Translation: There is no fear of God.)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1504-1553)  - -
Catalog ID5308315450
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