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Liard "Aidant" - Ferdinand of Bavaria ND
| Copper | 4.3 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 | 1612-1650 |
| Value | 1 Liard (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Florin Brabant-Liege (1545-1650) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#153611 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Quartered shield with lions rampant and pellets.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COMES • LOSSENSIS
Edge
Plain
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 minted during the reign of Ferdinand of Bavaria, who was the Prince-bishop of Liege from 1612 to 1650. This was a period of religious and political upheaval, as the Protestant Reformation was spreading throughout Europe and the Catholic Church was facing challenges to its authority. 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.
