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Blanc with K - Charles of Alencon ND
| Silver | 2.28 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Lyon (French States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Charles of Alencon (1365-1375) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1365-1375 |
| Value | 1 Blanc (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.28 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#333089 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
⚜️ GALLIARVM
✠ ARChIEPISCOPUS ET COMES LUGDUNENSIS
Translation:
... of the Gauls.
Archibishop and Count of Lyon.
Comment
Imitation of the Blanc with K of King Charles V (see link).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - the letter "K" on the reverse side, which stands for "Kарл" (Karl), the name of Charles of Alencon, the Archbishop of Lyon who issued the coin. This letter is not commonly found on coins from this time period, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.