France (Duchy of Lorraine): silver "sword" type demi-gros of Antoine the Good, ca. 1508-1544
lordmarcovan
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As late medieval coins go, this is a relatively common and therefore affordable type. The sword motif is rather compelling.
Antoine, Duke of Lorraine, known as "Antoine the Good", was an early 16th century contemporary of Henry VIII of England. Like Henry, he was painted by Hans Holbein the Younger in the 1543 portrait below, which was made a year before his death.
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Very interesting, thanks for sharing !!!
I too, like these medieval coins with interesting motifs. Interesting that some were used for years and years.
Thanks for posting!
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Nice old coin. Like the sword.