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6 Sols
1590 year| Copper |
| Issuer | City of Geneva |
|---|---|
| Period | Lordship and Republic of Geneva (1534-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1590 |
| Value | 6 Sols (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Thaler (1535-1792) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#92111 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Inscriptions in six lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· SIX ·
✿ SOLS ✿
POVR · LES
SOLDATS · DE
GENEVE
· 1590 ·
Comment
Given to soldiers as payment for their services.Interesting fact
The 6 Sols 1590 coin from the City of Geneva is interesting because it was made during a time when the city was transitioning from using the French livre as its currency to the Genevan sol. This coin, made of copper, was one of the first to bear the new denomination and was used in everyday transactions within the city. Despite its age, some of these coins can still be found in good condition and are highly sought after by collectors.
