© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
¼ Teston - Louis XII of France ND
| Silver | 2.15 g | - |
| Issuer | Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Louis XII of France (1499-1507) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1499-1507 |
| Value | ¼ Teston (3⁄16) |
| Currency | Genovino (1139-1528) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.15 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#419951 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross pattée within thin solid circle underlining legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ ✿ CONRAD ✿ REX ✿ R ✿ S ✿ B ✿
Unabridged legend: Conradus Rex Romanorum
Translation: Conrad, King of the Romans
Interesting fact
The ¼ Teston coin featuring Louis XII of France, minted in Genoa between 1499 and 1507, is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Republic of Genoa, which was a powerful and influential maritime republic in the Mediterranean during the Middle Ages. The coin's design features an image of Louis XII, who was the King of France at the time, and the coat of arms of Genoa on the reverse side. The use of a French king's image on a Genoese coin highlights the close political and economic ties between the two powers during that period.
