6 Deniers / 2 Quarts 1554-1599 front 6 Deniers / 2 Quarts 1554-1599 back
6 Deniers / 2 Quarts 1554-1599 photo

6 Deniers / 2 Quarts

 
Billon 0.92 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Geneva
Period
Lordship and Republic of Geneva (1534-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1554-1599
Value
6 Deniers = 2 Quarts (1⁄192)
Currency
Thaler (1535-1792)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.92 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#92063
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

IHS in center of cross within circle. Mint mark at top in legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· G · POST TENEBRAS · LVX
IHS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 6 Deniers / 2 Quarts 1554-1599 from City of Geneva made of Billon weighing 0.92 g is that it was used as a form of currency in the City of Geneva during a time of great economic and political change. The coin was issued during the reign of King Henry II of France, who was instrumental in establishing the City of Geneva as a major financial center. The coin's design features the coat of arms of the City of Geneva on one side and the image of a crowned king on the other, symbolizing the city's loyalty to the French monarchy. Despite its small denomination, the coin played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce in the region and is now highly sought after by collectors for its historical significance.