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½ Teston - Charles I Cornavin ND
| Silver | 4.71 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Savoy (France), French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles I the Warrior (1482-1490) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1482-1490 |
| Value | ½ Teston |
| Currency | Teston (1434-1553) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.71 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#347439 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Savoyard sloping shield, with helmet, crest and lambrequins, between two knots on the pole.
Script: Latin
Lettering: XPS RES VENIT IN PACE DEV⛬
Translation: God, Christ the King has come in peace.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Teston coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles I (Cornavin) of Savoy, who was known for his efforts to modernize the Duchy of Savoy and promote trade and commerce. The coin's design features the coat of arms of the House of Savoy on one side and the image of a crowned eagle on the other, symbolizing the duchy's power and influence. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists and historians interested in the history of the Duchy of Savoy and the House of Savoy.
