© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
½ Liard / Gigot - Philip IV
| Copper | 1.75 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Artois (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Philip VII (1621-1659) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1627-1640 |
| Value | ½ Liard = Gigot (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Florin (1506-1659) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#328643 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with arms of Philip IV
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCH · AVS · DVX · BVRG · CO · ART · Zc·
Unabridged legend: Archidux Austriae dux Burgundiae comes Artebatensis etc.
Translation: Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, Count of Artois, etc.
Interesting fact
The ½ Liard / Gigot coin from County of Artois (French States) made of Copper weighing 1.75g was minted during the reign of Philip IV (1627-1640) and features an interesting design. On one side, it has an image of a gigot, which is a type of leg of lamb, and on the other side, it has an image of a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the County of Artois. This unique design was used to represent the county's agricultural wealth and its loyalty to the French crown.
