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Groschen with St. Andrew cross - Charles I ND
| Silver (.519) | 2.9 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Burgundy (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles I the Bold (1467-1477) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1467-1477 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver (.519) |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#99100 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of Saint Andrew with two lighters and two lilies in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ SIT NOMEN DNI BENEDICTV
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the St. Andrew cross, which is a symbol of the Duchy of Burgundy, and was used as a way to show the coin's origin and authenticity.
