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Patagon - Sede Vacante
1763 year| Silver | 27.4 g | 40.3 mm |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Sede Vacante (1763) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1763 |
| Value | 1 Patagon (4) |
| Currency | Florin Brabant-Liege (1650-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 27.4 g |
| Diameter | 40.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#48901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Oval shield, crowned and placed on an ermine mantle, containing the shields of Bouillon, Franchimont, Looz and Hornes and the perron of Liège on the whole. Legend starting with a rosette with 5 petals.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA·NOVA·CAPLI·LEOD·SEDE·VACANTE
Engraver: P-J Jacoby
Edge
String
Interesting fact
The Patagon - Sede Vacante 1763 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 1763, during a period of sede vacante, or "empty seat," in which the bishopric of Liege was vacant, and the region was governed by a provisional administration. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a coin minted during this unique historical period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1763 | 300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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