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© Katz Coins Notes & Supplies Corp.
Liard "Aidant" - Ferdinand of Bavaria
| Copper | 3.86 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Ferdinand of Bavaria (Ferdinand von Bayern) (1612-1650) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1643 (1641-1644) |
| Value | 1 Liard (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Florin Brabant-Liege (1545-1650) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.86 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#93190 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Initials F B separated by monument. Cap at top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX · BVL · MAR · FRANCHI · CO · LO
Translation: ...Duke of Bouillon, Marquess of Franchimont, Count of Loos
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Liard "Aidant" coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Prince-bishopric of Liege, which was a small state in what is now Belgium. The coin was issued by Ferdinand of Bavaria, who was the Prince-bishop of Liege from 1641 to 1644. During his reign, the Prince-bishopric was facing economic and political challenges, including inflation and conflicts with neighboring states. Despite these challenges, the Liard "Aidant" coin remained a popular form of currency in the region and is now a sought-after collector's item.
