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Groschen - Charles III ND
| Billon | 1.2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles III (1545-1608) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1582-1608 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#81740 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crowned alerion.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONET.NOV.NANCEI.CVSA.
Translation: New coin struck in Nancy.
Comment
The Flon#154 et 155 varieties have few differences. Here is the most visible one :
- Flon#154
- Flon#155
Photos © CGB.
Interesting fact
The coin , the Groschen from the Duchy of Lorraine, is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change in Europe. Charles III, who ruled the duchy from 1582-1608, was a member of the House of Lorraine, a powerful noble family that played a significant role in European politics and military conflicts during the 16th and 17th centuries. The coin's minting during this time period suggests that it may have been used to finance military campaigns or other significant endeavors. Additionally, the fact that it was made of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, was a common practice during this time period, as pure silver coins were reserved for higher denominations.
