18 Deniers / 6 Quarts 1593-1594 front 18 Deniers / 6 Quarts 1593-1594 back
18 Deniers / 6 Quarts 1593-1594 photo

18 Deniers / 6 Quarts

 
Billon 1.90 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Geneva
Period
Lordship and Republic of Geneva (1534-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1593-1594
Value
18 Deniers = 6 Quarts (1⁄64)
Currency
Thaler (1535-1792)
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.90 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#92062
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross within circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: · G · POST · TENEBRAS · LVX

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 18 Deniers / 6 Quarts 1593-1594 from City of Geneva made of Billon weighing 1.90 g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The use of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, was a common practice during this period as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver or gold coins. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in the City of Geneva, which was a significant center of trade and commerce at the time, highlights the importance of this coin in the economic history of the region.