© CGB
© CGB
Carolus - Philip II
| Billon | 1.1 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | County of Burgundy (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Philip II (Philipp II) (1555-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1561-1564 |
| Value | 1 Carolus (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#239359 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Date over coat of arms of Franche-Comté.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1561
+MON·COMITA·BVRGVNDIE
Translation: Coinage of the county of Burgundy.
Interesting fact
The Carolus coin was used as a means of payment in the County of Burgundy during the reign of Philip II, and it was made of billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper. Despite its small weight of 1.1 grams, the coin was widely accepted and used in trade and commerce during that time.
