Obverse © Moineau 25 (CC BY-SA)
Obverse © Moineau 25 (CC BY-SA)
¼ Teston - Immobilization in the name of Charles V
| Billon | 1.87 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Besançon (French States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1623-1624 |
| Value | ¼ Teston = 2 Groschen (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Thaler (1537-1673) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.87 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#133100 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Arms of Besançon.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + MONETA . CIV . IMP . BISONT
Translation: Coinage of the imperial city of Besançon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648). The coin's minting was likely a response to the economic and political instability of the time, as the Free Imperial City of Besançon sought to maintain its independence and economic power. Despite the challenges of the era, the coin's design and production demonstrate the city's commitment to high-quality craftsmanship and its enduring legacy as a center of trade and commerce.
