Obverse © CGB
Obverse © CGB
Liard - Francis I ND
| Billon | 1.059 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Francis I (François Ier) (1515-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1541-1547 |
| Value | 1 Liard (1⁄80 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.059 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8549 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 62% |
Reverse
Bored plain cross; mint letter under the cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + SIT: NOMEN: D: BENEDIC (Mm).
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The Liard coin was used in France during the reign of Francis I (1515-1547) and was equivalent to one-third of a sou, which was the main currency of France at the time. The Liard was made of billon, a type of alloy that contains a mixture of metals, including copper, silver, and sometimes gold. Despite its small value, the Liard was an important coin in everyday transactions and was widely used by the general population.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1541-1547) 7 | 104499 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| ND (1541-1547) H | 81360 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| ND (1541-1547) K | 240480 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| ND (1541-1547) P | 143760 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| ND (1541-1547) V | 2122110 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Liard - Francis I ND (1541-1547) coin.
