Duchy of Lorraine ½ Ecu with Eagles - Charles III, 1588
Information
Country
Duchy of Lorraine
Duchy of Lorraine
Currency
Pound
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
½ Ecu
Year
1588
Ruler
Charles III
(1545–1608)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
15.93
Diameter (mm)
34
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Ecu from Duchy of Lorraine. Issued in 1588. Struck in Silver. Measures 34 mm and weighs 15.93 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of duke facing right. (Charles, by the grace of God, Duke of Lorraine, Bar and Guelders.)
- Reverse
- Helmed, crowned and draped coat of arms, flanked by eagles. Crown divides date. (New coinage made in Nancy.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1588 | — | |||
| ND (1545-1608) | — | Flon #123, p. 654. |
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