© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Carolus - Nicolas II of Châtelet
| Silver | 1.48 g | 21.0 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Vauvillers (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Nicolas II of Châtelet (1534-1562) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1551-1554 |
| Value | 1 Carolus (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.48 g |
| Diameter | 21.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#198850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Coat of arms. Date above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠ SIT LAVS DEO ET GLORIA
1554
Translation: Praise and glory be to god.
Comment
Imitation of the Carolus of Besançon (see example in link).Interesting fact
The Carolus - Nicolas II of Châtelet coin was minted during a time of great change in France. The Lordship of Vauvillers, where the coin was minted, was a small territory that was part of the French States, and the coin was minted during the reign of King Henry II of France. This was a time of religious upheaval, as the Protestant Reformation was gaining traction in France, and the coin may have been used to help finance the military campaigns of the French monarchy during this period.
