© Jetonbretagne
© Jetonbretagne
½ Blanc - Francis I Rennes ND
| Billon | 1.57 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brittany (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Francis I (1442-1450) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1442-1450 |
| Value | ½ Blanc (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.57 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#51529 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross pattée.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ SIT : NOME : DNI : BENEDITU
Translation: Blessed be the name of our lord.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Blanc coin from Duchy of Brittany is that it was minted during the reign of Francis I, who was the first Duke of Brittany to issue coins in his own name, indicating a shift in power from the French crown to the local duchy.
