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Blanc - Catherine of Navarre ND
| Billon | 1.6 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Béarn (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lady | Catherine of Navarre (1483-1517) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1483-1484 |
| Value | 1 Blanc (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#109925 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross pattée.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ PAX : ET : HONOR : FORQVIE : MOR.
Translation: Peace and honor to Fourquie Morlaàs.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Blanc - Catherine of Navarre ND (1483-1484) from Lordship of Béarn (French States) made of Billon weighing 1.6 g is that it features a unique design, with an image of Catherine of Navarre on one side and the coat of arms of Béarn on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great change in Europe, with the Renaissance and the Protestant Reformation taking place, and it serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.
