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© Sincona AG
Demi Gros - Georges de Saluces ND
| Silver | 1.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Lausanne (Vaud) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Georg von Saluzzo (1440-1461) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1440-1461 |
| Value | ½ Gros = 6 Deniers (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Livre (1420-1536) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#128956 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with four stars in circle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: G * D * SAL * LAVS * EPS * :
Lettering (regular font): G * D * SAL * LAVS * EPS * :
Comment
1-505a: Obv: Shield in legend at bottom. Rev: Cross in quatrefoil.1-505b: Obv: Shield below Madonna in circle. Rev: Cross with 4 stars.
1-505c: Obv: No shield. Rev: Cross with 4 stars.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Demi Gros - Georges de Saluces ND (1440-1461) coin from the Bishopric of Lausanne (Vaud) is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which was a distinctive feature of the coins minted during the reign of Bishop Georges de Saluces. This small cross is not found on other coins from the same period, making it a distinctive characteristic of this particular coin.
