12 Deniers - Leopold I 1726-1727 front 12 Deniers - Leopold I 1726-1727 back
12 Deniers - Leopold I 1726-1727 photo
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12 Deniers - Leopold I

 
Silver 0.76 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Lorraine (French States)
Duke
Leopold (1697-1729)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1726-1727
Value
12 Deniers (1⁄20)
Currency
Pound of Lorraine (1700-1737)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.76 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#59751
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Three double-L monograms and three alerions around a cross of Jerusalem.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PIECE · DE · XII · DENIERS · 1726

Translation: Coin of 12 Deniers.

Interesting fact

The 12 Deniers coin from the Duchy of Lorraine, minted during the reign of Leopold I (1726-1727), was made of silver and weighed 0.76 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of the local economy and was widely used in trade and commerce. Its design featured an image of Leopold I on one side and the coat of arms of Lorraine on the other. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in the history of the region.