© CGB
© CGB
½ Guénar - Charles VI ND
| Billon (.479 silver) | 1.63 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VI (1380-1422) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1388-1422 |
| Value | 1 Sizain (1⁄40 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.479 silver) |
| Weight | 1.63 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8305 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Cross with a lily on the 1st and a crown on the 4th.
Lettering: + SIT° nOmE° DnI° BENEDICTV, (ponctuation par annelet pointé) .
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Guénar coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles VI of France, who was known as "Charles the Mad" due to his mental health issues. Despite his personal struggles, Charles VI was able to maintain power and issue coins like the ½ Guénar, which features an image of him on horseback. This coin is a rare example of a coin minted during a time of political instability, yet still maintaining its value and historical significance.
