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Teston - Charles III old bust without cross of Lorraine ND
| Silver | 8.32 g | 28.09 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles III (1545-1608) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1582-1608 |
| Value | 1 Teston (½) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.32 g |
| Diameter | 28.09 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#91793 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned shield in 5 parts:
-up and left: split between Hungary and Napoli (Anjou-Sicily)
-up and right: split between Jerusalem and Aragon
-bottom left: split between Anjou and Guelders
-bottom right: split between Flanders and Bar
-middle: Lorraine.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA. NOVA. NANCEII. CVSA
Translation: New coin struck in Nancy.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Teston - Charles III (old bust without cross of Lorraine) ND (1582-1608) coin from Duchy of Lorraine (French States) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles III, who was the Duke of Lorraine from 1545 until his death in 1608. During his reign, the Holy Roman Empire was facing religious conflicts and political instability, which led to the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). Despite these challenges, the Teston coin remained a widely used currency in the region and is now a sought-after collector's item.
