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⅛ écu - Henri IV 1er type
| Silver (.917) | 4.64 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (Henri IV) (1589-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1594-1610 |
| Value | ⅛ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 4.64 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#413836 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France accosted by V and III; workshop letter at the point of the shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIII
SIT.NOMEN.DOMINI.BENEDICTVM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅛ écu - Henri IV (1er type) 1594-1610 coin from France is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the royal coat of arms on the reverse side, which was a new addition to the coin's design during Henri IV's reign. This shield was a symbol of the king's power and authority, and it was included on many coins minted during his reign.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1608 H | 102641 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅛ écu - Henri IV (1er type) 1594-1610 coin.
