Gold Rider - Charles III ND (1504-1553) front Gold Rider - Charles III ND (1504-1553) back
Gold Rider - Charles III ND (1504-1553) photo
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Gold Rider - Charles III ND

 
Gold 3.4 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Savoy (Savoy (France), French States)
Duke
Charles III the Good (1504-1553)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1504-1553
Value
1 Gold Rider (3.8)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.4 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#417013
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned shield of Savoy in circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
+ NIL DEEST TIMENTIBVS DEVM V I P F
FE RT

Comment

As for his whole coinage, this coin is struck under the name of Charles II who did not consider his predecessor as having held the title before dying at the age 8.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Gold Rider coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles III, Duke of Savoy, who was known for his ambitious projects and patronage of the arts. The coin's design features a horseman on the obverse, symbolizing the duke's power and influence. Despite its small weight of 3.4 grams, the coin was a significant symbol of wealth and status during its time.