Gold Guilder with shield - Amadeus VI ND (1343-1383) front Gold Guilder with shield - Amadeus VI ND (1343-1383) back
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Gold Guilder with shield - Amadeus VI ND

 
Gold 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Savoy (Savoy (France), French States)
Count
Amadeus VI (1343-1383)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1343-1383
Value
1 Gold Florin (2)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#308710
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Saint John the Baptist standing facing, wearing a decorated mantle, blessing with his right hand and holding a long cross with his left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ S • IOHANNES B

Translation: St John the Baptist.

Comment

This coin takes up the style of the Florentine coins and is part of the first gold coin issued by Savoy; Amadeus will later replace the Florentine lily with his coat of arms.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Gold Guilder coin with the shield of Amadeus VI is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the County of Savoy. The coin was issued in the mid-14th century, a period marked by the Black Death, a devastating pandemic that ravaged Europe and had a profound impact on its economy and society. Despite these challenges, the County of Savoy continued to mint coins, indicating the region's resilience and determination to maintain economic stability during difficult times.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1343-1383)  - - - - - -

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