© CGB
© CGB
Liard with crosslet - Anthony of Bourbon and Joan of Albret ND
| Silver | 1.06 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Béarn (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Anthony of Bourbon (1555-1562) |
| Lady | Joan of Albret (1555-1572) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1555-1562 |
| Value | 1 Liard (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.06 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#104643 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Crosslet with a dot in the center.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + GRATIA. D. SVMVS. Q D. SVMVS .
Translation: Thanks god, we are what we are.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the effigies of Anthony of Bourbon and Joan of Albret, who were the ruling couple of the Lordship of Béarn, a region in southwestern France. The coin was minted during their reign, which lasted from 1555 to 1562. The crosslet on the coin is a symbol of the Christian faith and was a common feature on coins during that time period. Additionally, the fact that the coin is made of silver and weighs 1.06 grams suggests that it was a significant denomination and was likely used for everyday transactions.
