Duchy of Lorraine ½ Groschen - Francis I, 1544 – 1545
Information
Country
Duchy of Lorraine
Duchy of Lorraine
Currency
Pound
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
½ Groschen
Year
1544 – 1545
Ruler
Francis I
(1544–1545)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.29
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Groschen from Duchy of Lorraine. Issued from 1544 to 1545. Struck in Silver. Measures 19 mm and weighs 1.29 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned coat of arms. (Francis, by the grace of God, duke of Lorraine and Bar.)
- Reverse
- Downward pointing sword cutting through legend at bottom. (Coin made in Nancy.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1544-1545) | — |
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