© CGB
© CGB
¼ Thaler - René II ND
1500 year| Silver | 10.4 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | René II (1473-1508) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1500 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler (¾) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.4 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#322509 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of Lorraine with elongated stem surrounded by epicycloid, dividing legend and flanked by ornate letters R E. Legend begins with small eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVE ⸰ CRVX ⸰ PRECIOSA
Translation: Precious cross that saves.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Thaler - René II ND (1500) coin from the Duchy of Lorraine is that it features an image of a crowned eagle on the reverse side, which symbolizes the power and authority of the ruling dynasty.
