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Liard of Dauphine - Charles VIII dolphin on reverse ND
| Billon (.212 silver) | 1.29 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VIII (1483-1498) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1483-1498 |
| Value | 1 Liard (1⁄80 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.212 silver) |
| Weight | 1.29 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#425021 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dolphin left.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: DALPhS VIEnEnSIS
Lettering (regular font): DALPHS VIENENSIS
Translation: Dauphin of Viennois.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Liard of Dauphine - Charles VIII (dolphin on reverse) ND (1483-1498) coin from France is that it features a unique design element - a dolphin on the reverse side. This dolphin symbol was used as a nod to the Dauphine region, which was a province in southeastern France that was known for its rich agriculture and trade. The use of the dolphin on the coin was a way to represent the region's connection to the sea and its importance in trade and commerce.
