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© Albator (CC BY-NC-SA)
Jeton - Louis XIV - Crescendi Posuere Modum ND
| Brass | 4.8 g | 25 mm |
| Location | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Utility items › Counter tokens |
| Years | 1663-1664 |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-13 |
| Numista | N#378324 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Imperial eagle with two crowned heads, holding in its beaks the coat of arms of France turned to the right; below, the Turkish crescent. Surrounding legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CRESCENDI • P[OSVE]RE • MODVM
Edge
Full
Comment
The Fourth Austro-Turkish War was a conflict between the Holy Roman Empire and the Ottoman Empire in 1663 and 1664. France took part, as a member of the Rhine League, in the Gigéri expedition (Wikipedia).This type of reverse is usually part of the King and Queen's wedding series, but also of the Ordinaire des guerres, as it alludes to the fight against the Turks who were invading Europe. Feuardent recounts how, in 1664, Louis XIV was called to help, as Count of Alsace, a land of Empire, and therefore as a vassal of the Emperor. He sent six thousand volunteers against the Turks, who fought brilliantly (CGB).
