Denier minuto - Charles VI of France ND (1396-1409) front Denier minuto - Charles VI of France ND (1396-1409) back
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Denier minuto - Charles VI of France ND

 
Billon 0.7 g -
Description
Issuer
Genoa › Republic of Genoa (1139-1797)
Lord
Charles VI of France (1396-1409)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1396-1409
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Genovino (1139-1528)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.7 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#417583
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Long cross pattée dividing legend and beaded inner circle. Small fleur-de-lis n the quadrant corresponding to CO in legend.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: CONRADVS

Lettering (regular font): CONRADVS

Translation: Conrad (King)

Comment

Variants exist.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in France and Italy. Charles VI of France, also known as Charles the Mad, was king during this time and his reign was marked by mental illness and political instability. Meanwhile, the Republic of Genoa was facing economic and political challenges, including competition from other Mediterranean powers and internal conflicts. Despite these challenges, the Denier minuto coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout the region.