Up for purchase is a silver teston that was made in 1598 in the city of Metz, now in the Lorraine region of France (formerly known as Metensis).   The front side depicts St. Stephen and the rear side is marked (translated) "New Money Metensis."  The coin is 2.8 centimeters (1 1/8-inch) in size and weighs 9.5 grams.  See photos for more details.  (Note: scale is in centimeters.)

Buyer's have the right to request from me other forms of payment. Shipping and handling is free via USPS First Class mail.  Items usually ship out within one day of receipt of payment.

Note to foreign buyers: Free shipping is for U.S. only shipments. Foreign shipments at extra S&H--see payment details. Import duties, taxes and any other charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. Please check with your country's custom office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.

 

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On Mar-06-11 at 20:17:31 PST, seller added the following information: