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½ Teston - Charles III Type 1; Bourg-en-Bresse ND
| Silver | 4.73 g | 27.5 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Savoy (France), French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles III the Good (1504-1553) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1504-1553 |
| Value | ½ Teston |
| Currency | Teston (1434-1553) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.73 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#347440 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Savoyard sloping shield, with helmet, crest and lambrequins.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ NILDEEST’ TIMENTIBVS’ DEVM B
Translation: There is no fear of God.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Teston coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles III, Duke of Savoy, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government of the Duchy of Savoy. This coin, which was minted in Bourg-en-Bresse, France, is a testament to the economic and political reforms that Charles III implemented during his rule, which helped to strengthen the Duchy's economy and increase its influence in Europe.
