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© CGB
Large Blanc with shields - Philip III ND
| Billon (.399 silver) | 2.75 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Burgundy (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip III the Good (1419-1467) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1423-1435 |
| Value | 1 Large Blanc or Guenar (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon (.399 silver) |
| Weight | 2.75 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#318268 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Cross flanked by a lily on the left and a lion on the right, above the underlined name of the duke.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
✠ SIT ⠇𝔑O𝔐𝔈𝔑 ⠇DNI ⠇𝔅𝔈𝔑DICTV𝔐
P𝔥ILIPVS
Lettering (regular font):
✠ SIT ⠇𝔑O𝔐𝔈𝔑 ⠇DNI ⠇𝔅𝔈𝔑DICTV𝔐
P𝔥ILIPVS
Unabridged legend: Sit nomen domini benedictum
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Comment
Variants are known:- Dumas#15/7-1 : Auxonne mint, secret dot under 1st letter.
- Dumas#15/7-2 : Saint-Laurent mint, secret dot under 4th letter and besant between tips of shields.
- Dumas#15/7-3 : Chaussin mint, secret dot under 3rd letter.
PA# also mentions variants with the duke's name not underlined (PA# 5735) and modern and old shield switched (PA# 5736).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Duchy of Burgundy. Philip III, also known as Philip the Good, was the Duke of Burgundy from 1419 until his death in 1467. During his reign, he faced many challenges, including the Hundred Years' War between England and France, and the struggles for power within his own dynasty. Despite these challenges, Philip III was able to maintain the power and influence of the Duchy of Burgundy, and his coinage, such as the Large Blanc with shields, remains a testament to his legacy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1423-1435) | 120000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Large Blanc with shields - Philip III ND (1423-1435) coin.
