Savoy (France) Teston - Charles I, 1482 – 1490
Information
Country
Savoy (France)
Savoy (France)
Currency
Teston
(1434 – 1553)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Teston - Charles I
Year
1482 – 1490
Ruler
Charles I the Warrior
(1482–1490)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
9.59
Diameter (mm)
30
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Teston - Charles I from Savoy (France). Issued from 1482 to 1490. Struck in Silver. Measures 30 mm and weighs 9.59 g.
- Obverse
- Half-length figure with hat holding sword. (Charles duke of Savoy, Marquis in Italy.)
- Reverse
- Shielded Savoy arms, inscription to sides, knot above, all within quatrefoil. (Christ defeats, Christ rules, Christ commands. Through unity and religion we are bind.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1482-1490) | — | |||
| ND (1482-1490) B | — | |||
| ND (1482-1490) CT | — | |||
| ND (1482-1490) GG | — | |||
| ND (1482-1490) M | — | |||
| ND (1482-1490) PC | — |
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