© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
Demi Gros - Guillaume de Challant ND
| Silver | 1.83 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Lausanne (Vaud) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Guillaume IV de Challant (1406-1431) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1406-1420 |
| Value | ½ Gros (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Livre (10th century-1420) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.83 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#129836 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross within quadrilobe with floral decorations in angles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + SIT*NOMEN*DNI*BENEDTN
Lettering (regular font): + SIT*NOMEN*DNI*BENEDTN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Demi Gros - Guillaume de Challant coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and religious upheaval in the Bishopric of Lausanne (Vaud). The coin was issued by Guillaume de Challant, who was the Bishop of Lausanne from 1406 to 1420, and it features an image of him on one side and the coat of arms of the Bishopric on the other. This coin was likely used for everyday transactions and provides a unique glimpse into the economic and social conditions of the time.
