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© Sincona AG
Denier - Georges de Saluces ND
| Billon | 1.13 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Lausanne (Vaud) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Georg von Saluzzo (1440-1461) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1440-1461 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre (1420-1536) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.13 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#128950 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in beaded circle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + EPS: LAVNES
Lettering (regular font): + EPS: LAVNES
Comment
Varieties include: Letter M under the shield.Varieties in punctuation.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Bishopric of Lausanne. The Bishopric was facing financial difficulties and political instability, which led to the minting of coins with lower silver content, such as this Billon denier. Despite these challenges, the coin still features a beautiful design, including an image of Saint Peter, the patron saint of the Bishopric, on the obverse side.
