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¼ Groschen - Charles III 6th type ND
| Billon | 0.8 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Savoy (France), French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles III the Good (1504-1553) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1504-1553 |
| Value | ¼ Groschen (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#139936 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Trefoil cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + ET : AVG : PRETORIE : N V
Unabridged legend: Et augustae Pretoriae, N V
Translation: Coinage of Aosta, Nicola Vialard.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Groschen coin from the Duchy of Savoy is that it features an image of Charles III, who was the Duke of Savoy from 1504 to 1553. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to strengthen the economy of the region. The coin itself is made of Billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, and weighs only 0.8 grams, making it a small and portable form of currency.
