© Corpus Nummorum Italicorum Vol.1
© Corpus Nummorum Italicorum Vol.1
10 Ducats - Charles III
1546 year| Gold | 35 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Savoy (France), French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles III the Good (1504-1553) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1546 |
| Value | 10 Ducats (40) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 35 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#416967 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of Savoy arms supported by 2 lions, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+NIL DEST TIMENTIBVS DEVM
1546
Comment
As for his whole coinage, this coin is struck under the name of Charles II who did not consider his predecessor as having held the title before dying at the age 8.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Ducats - Charles III 1546 coin from the Duchy of Savoy is that it features an unusual design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin to signify that it was made of pure gold and to prevent people from tampering with the coin by filling the hole with a cheaper metal. This unique feature makes the coin stand out among other coins of its time and adds to its historical significance.
