¼ d'écu - Henri IV - 3e type 1606-1607 front ¼ d'écu - Henri IV - 3e type 1606-1607 back
¼ d'écu - Henri IV - 3e type 1606-1607 photo
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¼ d'écu - Henri IV - 3e type

 
Silver (.917) 9.712 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Henry IV (Henri IV) (1589-1610)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1606-1607
Value
¼ Silver Ecu
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
9.712 g
Diameter
29 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#267226
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Crowned shield of France accosted by II.IIAutomatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering: HENRICVS·IIII·D·G·FRANC·ET·NAVA·REX·R

Edge

Rough

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Henri IV of France, who was known for his efforts to promote religious tolerance and end the Wars of Religion in France. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of France on the other, symbolizing the king's authority and the unity of the French people.