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© Nomisma
Teston - Charles III 8th type ND
| Silver | 7.30 g | 30 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 Teston |
| Currency | Teston (1434-1553) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.30 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#200765 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Savoy.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✥ MARCHIO • IN • ITALIA • PRINCIP • BP
FE RT
Unabridged legend: Foedere Et Religione Tenerum
Translation:
Marquis and Prince in Italy.
Through unity and religion we are bind.
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 Teston - Charles III (8th type) ND (1504-1553) coin from Duchy of Savoy is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the House of Savoy on the reverse side, which was a distinctive feature of the coins minted during Charles III's reign.
