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9 Deniers / 3 Quarts
Billon | 1 g | 18 mm |
Issuer | City of Geneva |
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Period | Lordship and Republic of Geneva (1534-1798) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1601-1637 |
Value | 9 Deniers = 3 Quarts (1⁄128) |
Currency | Thaler (1535-1792) |
Composition | Billon |
Weight | 1 g |
Diameter | 18 mm |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#99750 |
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Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross over quadrilobe, mint mark in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: POST TENE BRAS LVX·C
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 9 Deniers / 3 Quarts 1601-1637 from City of Geneva made of Billon weighing 1 g is that it was used as a form of currency in the city of Geneva during the early 17th century. Despite being made of a relatively low-value material, the coin was widely accepted and used in everyday transactions, highlighting the resourcefulness and adaptability of the people of Geneva during this time period.