© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
Teston - Charles IV Remiremont
| Silver | 8.65 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles IV (1624-1634,1661-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1638-1639 |
| Value | 1 Teston (½) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.65 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#301396 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned 8-fold arms of Lorraine/Calabria/Bar/Guelders/Jerusalem, etc., date above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA·NOVA·ROMARTI·CVSA 1638
Translation: New coinage of Remiremont.
Comment
Charles IV was chased from Lorraine by the French army in 1633, and spent the next 25 years in exile.In 1638-39 he was able to make incursions into the eastern part of Lorraine, where these coins were minted in Remiremont.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Teston - Charles IV (Remiremont) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Duchy of Lorraine. The coin was issued in 1638-1639, during the reign of Charles IV, who was the Duke of Lorraine from 1625 until his death in 1639. During this time, the Duchy was facing significant economic and political challenges, including inflation, famine, and conflicts with neighboring territories. Despite these challenges, the Teston coin remained a stable and widely used currency in the region, reflecting the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Lorraine during this period.
