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60 Kreuzers - Egenolphe III
1564 year| Silver | 24.445 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Ribeaupierre (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Egenolphe III (1547-1585) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand I (1556-1564) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1564 |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 24.445 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#426913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, 60 in orb on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERDINANDI IMPERAT AVGVSTI P F DECRETO
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 60 Kreuzers - Egenolphe III 1564 from Lordship of Ribeaupierre (French States) made of Silver weighing 24.445g is that it features a unique and intricate design, showcasing the coat of arms of the Ribeaupierre family on one side and an image of Saint George slaying a dragon on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable example of early French numismatics, with only a few known examples remaining in existence today.