Nevers. Louis of Gonzaga, 1539-1595, and Henriette of Cleves. Token 1722. (Silver, 28 mm, 6.98 g). LVD. GONZAGA. ET. HENRI - CA. CLIVEN. IDVC. NIVERN FIDES. Shield of arms of Louis de Gonzague and Henriette de Clèves surmounted by OLYMPOS, crowned and surrounded by the collar. Rov. IN FERVORE CHARITATIS GRAM DNI EXPECTAM9 An altar; on it, the name of God in Hebrew, in the clouds, from which manna falls in abundance; on the altar 1722. Magnaguti 187; Rossi Collezione BAM 119. F.1045. C.2148. Extremely Fine.
This token was struck to commemorate the establishment of a foundation, desired by Ludovico and Enrichetta, which financed the marriage of sixty young girls living in the area each year.
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