© JM
© JM
½ Liard - Ferdinand of Bavaria ND
| Copper | 1.65 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Ferdinand of Bavaria (Ferdinand von Bayern) (1612-1650) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1612-1650 |
| Value | 12 Sous = ½ Aidant = ½ Liard (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Florin Brabant-Liege (1545-1650) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.65 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#342134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Capped initials F B divided by cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DV.BV.MAR.FRAN.CO.L
Translation: ...Duke of Bouillon, Marquis of Franchemont, Count of Loos
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Liard coin from the Prince-bishopric of Liege is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire, of which the Prince-bishopric was a part. The Thirty Years War (1618-1648) had a profound impact on the region, causing widespread destruction, economic disruption, and political instability. Despite these challenges, the Prince-bishopric of Liege continued to mint coins, such as the ½ Liard, which not only served as a means of currency but also as a symbol of the region's resilience and determination to maintain its economic and political independence.
