© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Patagon - Charles II ND
| Silver | 27.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Arches-Charleville (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Charles II Gonzaga-Nevers (1637-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1637-1665 |
| Value | 1 Patagon (12⁄5) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 27.8 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#379831 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend around crowned Burgundian cross with crowned monograms at side, mint mark below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTVM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Patagon coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France. Charles II was the king of France during this time, and his reign was marked by a series of wars, including the Thirty Years' War, which lasted from 1618 to 1648. Despite the turmoil, the Patagon coin remained a popular form of currency throughout France and its territories, including the Principality of Arches-Charleville.
