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Carolus 5th type with bust facing right
| Billon (.240 silver) | 1.29 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Besançon (French States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1618-1620 |
| Value | 1 Carolus = 2 Kreuzers (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Thaler (1537-1673) |
| Composition | Billon (.240 silver) |
| Weight | 1.29 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#48777 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Shield of Besançon city arms, date above, in circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + MON : CIVIT : IMP : BISVNTINÆ
Translation: Coinage of the imperial city of Besançon.
Interesting fact
The Carolus coin from the Free Imperial City of Besançon is interesting because it was minted during a time of political and economic turmoil in Europe. The Thirty Years War had just begun in 1618, and the Holy Roman Empire was facing challenges to its authority. Despite these challenges, the city of Besançon was able to maintain its independence and mint its own coins, such as the Carolus, which was used as a means of exchange and a symbol of the city's economic and political power.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1618 | 295879 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1619 | 176282 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Carolus (5th type with bust facing right) 1618-1620 coin.
