© CGB
© CGB
¼ Groschen - Amedeus VIII ND
| Billon | 1.4 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Savoy (France), French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Amadeus VIII the Peaceful (1416-1440) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1416-1434 |
| Value | ¼ Groschen (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#22922 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Plan cross in a double frame.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ IN : ITALIA : MARCHIO
Lettering (regular font): ✠ IN : ITALIA : MARCHIO
Translation: In Italia, Marquis.
Comment
FERT refers to the motto of the House of Savoy; its exact meaning remains subject to debate.Obverse legend can be IN : ITALIA : MAR' : PRN'.
Mint/Engraver sign can be after PRN on obverse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Groschen coin from the Duchy of Savoy is that it features an image of Amedeus VIII, also known as Amadeus VIII, who was the Duke of Savoy from 1416 to 1434. He was also the Count of Aosta and the King of Cyprus, and was known for his military campaigns and his support of the Catholic Church. The coin's design, which includes an image of Amedeus VIII, reflects the importance of the Duke and the Catholic Church in the region at the time.
