© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Liard - Charles III as King Charles VII ND
| Silver | 1.59 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Vienne (Dauphiné) (French States) and France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1422-1440) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1422-1440 |
| Value | 1 Liard (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.59 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#381172 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dolphin in polylobe.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ DALPh'S ⵓ VIENESIS
Lettering (regular font): ✠ DALPH'S ⵓ VIENESIS
Translation: ... and Dauphin of Viennois.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France. Charles III, also known as Charles VII, was the king of France during this time, and his reign was marked by the Hundred Years' War between France and England. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of the king and the insignia of the County of Vienne, showcasing the resilience and continuity of the French monarchy even in the face of conflict.
