Savoy (France) Teston - Charles III, 1504 – 1553
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Information
Country
Savoy (France)
Savoy (France)
Currency
Teston
(1434 – 1553)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Teston - Charles III
Year
1504 – 1553
Ruler
Charles III the Good
(1504–1553)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
7.3
Diameter (mm)
30
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Teston - Charles III from Savoy (France). Issued from 1504 to 1553. Struck in Silver. Measures 30 mm and weighs 7.3 g.
- Obverse
- Hatted and bearded bust of the duke facing right. (Charles II, Duke of Savoy.)
- Reverse
- Crowned coat of arms of Savoy. (Marquis and Prince in Italy. Through unity and religion we are bind.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1504-1553) B | — | HP: Mint Master Henri Pugnet | ||
| ND (1504-1553) B | — | P: Mint Master Henri Pugnet | ||
| ND (1504-1553) C | — | F or P: Mint Master Francois Savoie) | ||
| ND (1504-1553) C | — | P: Mint Master Francois Savoie) | ||
| ND (1504-1553) G | — | G: Mint Master Henri Goulaz) | ||
| ND (1504-1553) P | — | BC |
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