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Liard - Charles VIII crowns and lilies; FRANCORV REX ND
1488 year| Billon (.239 silver) | 1.046 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VIII (1483-1498) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1488 |
| Value | 1 Liard (1⁄80 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.239 silver) |
| Weight | 1.046 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Cross confined to the 1st and 4th of a crown, to the 2nd and 3rd of a lily.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + SIT: nOMEn: DnI: BEnEDICTV.
Lettering (regular font): + SIT: NOMEN: DNI: BENEDICTV.
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Comment
about this type of coin:
Divisional or black coins are rare with their silvering. The liard, or three-denier coin, was originally a typical Dauphin species. The royal liard was created by the ordinance of September 18, 1467. For Charles VIII, we have two issues in 1483 and 1488. The second issue is distinguished from the first by the canted cross on the reverse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles VIII of France, who was known for his aggressive military campaigns and his attempt to conquer Italy. Despite his military ambitions, Charles VIII's reign was also marked by financial difficulties, and the Liard coin was introduced as a new denomination to address the need for small change in circulation. The coin's design features crowns and lilies, which were symbols of French royalty, and the inscription "FRANCORV REX" which means "King of France."
