8 Deniers 1617-1620 front 8 Deniers 1617-1620 back
8 Deniers 1617-1620 photo
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8 Deniers

 
Billon 0.97 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Geneva
Period
Lordship and Republic of Geneva (1534-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1617-1620
Value
8 Deniers (1⁄144)
Currency
Thaler (1535-1792)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.97 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#63359
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Inscription in center, legend around

Script: Latin

Lettering:
POST·TENEBRAS·LVX
POVR VIII DEN:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 8 Deniers 1617-1620 from City of Geneva made of Billon weighing 0.97 g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The early 17th century saw the rise of trade and commerce, as well as the development of new monetary systems and coinage. This coin, with its unique blend of copper and silver, was likely used in everyday transactions and offers a fascinating glimpse into the financial practices of the time.