© CGB
© CGB
½ Carolus - Charles V
| Billon | 0.4 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | County of Burgundy (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Charles V (Karl V) (1506-1555) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1550-1556 |
| Value | ½ Carolus = 1 Kreuzer (1⁄144) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.4 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#121616 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Arms of Franche-Comté on a long cross dividing legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: M. C. - BVR - GVN - 1554
Unabridged legend: Moneta Comitatus Burgundiae
Translation: Coinage of the County of Burgundy.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Carolus coin from County of Burgundy is that it was minted during the reign of Charles V, who was the last king of the House of Habsburg to rule over the Holy Roman Empire. This coin was issued during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe, as the Protestant Reformation was gaining momentum and the Holy Roman Empire was facing challenges to its authority. Despite these challenges, the ½ Carolus coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout the region.