© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Teston - Leopold I
| Silver | 8.43 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Leopold (1697-1729) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1700-1702 |
| Value | 1 Teston (½) |
| Currency | Pound of Lorraine (1700-1737) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.43 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#401681 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of Lorraine on crowned ornate oval arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · IN · TE · DOMINE · SPERAVI · 1700 ·
Translation: In you, Lord, I placed my trust.
Interesting fact
The Teston - Leopold I 1700-1702 coin was minted during a time of great change in the Duchy of Lorraine. The coin was minted in 1700, just a year after the death of Charles V, the last Duke of Lorraine. The throne was inherited by his son, Leopold I, who was only 17 years old at the time. This coin was minted during his early years as Duke, and it features his portrait on one side and the coat of arms of Lorraine on the other. Despite the changes happening in the Duchy, the coin remained a standard circulation coin and was made of silver, weighing 8.43 grams.
