© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
Double Pistole - Charles III ND
| Gold | 6.54 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles III (1545-1608) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1587-1588 |
| Value | 2 Pistoles (6.5) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.54 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#361760 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with ninefold arms of Lorraine.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DA MIHI VIRT CONTRA HOST TVOS
Translation: Give me strength against your enemy.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Pistole coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France. The coin was issued by Charles III, who was the Duke of Lorraine and was struggling to maintain his power and influence in the face of the French Wars of Religion. Despite this, the coin still features a beautiful design, including an image of Charles III himself, and was made from gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time.
