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½ Teston - Joan of Albret
1564 year| Silver | 4.53 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Béarn (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lady | Joan of Albret (1555-1572) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1564 |
| Value | ½ Teston (¼) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.53 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#426509 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: . G ᛭ DEI . SVM . ID . QVOD . SVM . 1564 .
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Teston - Joan of Albret 1564 coin from the Lordship of Béarn (French States) is that it features a unique depiction of Joan of Albret, the queen of Navarre, on the obverse side. She is shown wearing a crown and a long, flowing gown, with a stern expression on her face. This design was meant to symbolize her strength and leadership during a time of great turmoil in French history.
