Medal or piece of general's right in the name of Maximilian II

Reverse

Armored bust of Maximilian II to right, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: +DEO. ET. CÆS. FIDEL. PERPET. 1564

Translation: Eternal fidelity to God and Caesar.

Comment

The first general right coins were minted in Besançon in 1538, weighing two ounces, for governors. Quickly, a few copies were offered to personalities outside the monetary authority.