© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
½ Bugne / 2 Denier ND
| Billon | 0.5 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | City of Metz (French States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1394-1500 |
| Value | 2 Denier = ⅙ denier = 1⁄120 Livre |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#364948 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Short cross pattée, star in each corner
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ MONETA ⵓ METEN'⸰
Unabridged legend: Moneta Metensis
Translation: Coinage of Metz
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France, known as the Hundred Years' War (1337-1453) between France and England. Despite the conflict, the City of Metz remained loyal to the French crown and continued to mint coins, such as this ½ Bugne / 2 Denier, which was used as a means of exchange and commerce.
