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½ Groschen - Amadeus VIII Chablais type ND
| Silver | 1.95 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | County of Savoy (Savoy (France), French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Amadeus VIII the Peaceful (1391-1416) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1391-1416 |
| Value | ½ Groschen (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.95 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#315616 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Flat cross in a double four-lobed frame, clovers and crosses at the corners, within inner circle; lettering around with mintmaster symbol within.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ☩ ChAB❜ : IN : ITAL ⚔ : MAR : PRI
Unabridged legend: Chablasi in Italiae Marche principi
Translation: ... of Chablais in Italy, prince of the Marches.
Comment
Variants are known for both obverse and reverse lettering, as well as for mintmaster mark's position.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Amadeus VIII, who was also known as the "Lake Count" because of his love for the Lake Geneva region. He was a member of the House of Savoy and ruled the County of Savoy from 1391 until his death in 1416. This coin, which features his image, was likely used for everyday transactions in the region and is a rare example of a silver coin from that time period.
