© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Bugne - Robert of Lenoncourt Arms under hat ND
| Billon | 0.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Metz (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Robert of Lenoncourt (1551-1555) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1551-1552 |
| Value | 1 Bugne (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler (1500-) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#334319 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Stephen, kneeling toward left, hands raised in prayer, within beaded inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S · STEPHANVS · METEN
Unabridged legend: Sanctus Stephanus Metensis
Translation: Saint Stephen of Metz.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - the arms under the hat - which sets it apart from other coins of the time.
