© Cycnos
© Cycnos
Maille - Charles III 3rd type ND
| Billon | 0.62 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Savoy (France), French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles III the Good (1504-1553) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1504-1553 |
| Value | 1 Maille (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.62 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#139998 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Indented cross, confined to the 1 or 2 of a crosslet.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + MAR + IN + IT + P + G + G
Unabridged legend: Marchio in Italia Princeps G.G.
Translation: ... marquis and prince in Italy; Henri Goulaz.
Comment
As for his whole coinage, this coin is struck under the name of Charles II who did not consider his predecessor as having held the title before dying at the age 8.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Maille - Charles III (3rd type) ND (1504-1553) from Duchy of Savoy (Savoy (France), French States) made of Billon weighing 0.62 g is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse features a cross fleury, which is a cross with fleur-de-lis at the ends, surrounded by the inscription "SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTUM" (Blessed be the name of the Lord). This design was used on many coins during Charles III's reign and is a distinctive feature of Savoyard coins from this period.
