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Liard - William Henry
1651 year| Billon | 0.54 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Orange (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | William Henry (1650-1673, 1679-1702) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1651 |
| Value | 1 Liard (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.54 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#345119 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Lily-like cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SOLI·DEO·HONOR·ET·GLO 1651
Unabridged legend: SOLI DEO HONOR ET GLORIA
Translation: Only to god, honor and glory.
Interesting fact
The Liard - William Henry 1651 coin from the Principality of Orange (French States) was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. This coin was unique in that it was one of the first coins to use this alloy, which was a departure from the traditional use of pure silver or gold in coinage. The use of Billon in coins became more widespread in the following centuries and was a precursor to the modern practice of using a variety of metals and alloys in coinage.
