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Carolus - Charles V / Philip II
| Silver | 1.39 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Besançon (French States) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558) |
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1537-1587 |
| Value | 1 Carolus = ½ Batzen (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Thaler (1537-1673) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.39 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#124345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Besançon shield date above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠ MONE ⠅CIVI ⠅BISVNTINE
1559
Translation: Coinage of the city of Besançon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features two different rulers on opposite sides. The obverse side features Charles V, while the reverse side features Philip II. This is because the coin was minted during a time when the Holy Roman Empire was ruled by two different emperors, Charles V and Philip II, who were father and son. This unique design feature reflects the complex political history of the time.
