Liard - Sede Vacante
1744 year| Copper | 3.50 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Sede Vacante (1743-1744) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1744 |
| Value | 1 Liard (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Florin Brabant-Liege (1650-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.50 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#17529 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
Five shields placed in cross: in top, Looz; in bottom, Hornes; on the left Bouillon; on the right, Franchimont; in the center, Liège; in the angles appears the year.
Script: Latin
Lettering: *DEC ET CAP LEOD SEDE VACANTE
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Liard - Sede Vacante 1744 coin from the Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of political turmoil. The coin was issued in 1744, which was a year of great change in Europe, with many royal dynasties coming to an end and new powers rising. The coin's design, featuring the Sede Vacante (Latin for "empty seat") symbol, reflects this period of transition and instability. Despite its turbulent origins, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a fascinating collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1744 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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