¼ Ecu - Henry II 1604 front ¼ Ecu - Henry II 1604 back
¼ Ecu - Henry II 1604 photo
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¼ Ecu - Henry II

1604 year
Silver 9.67 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Dombes (French States)
Prince
Henry II (1592-1608)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1604
Value
¼ Ecu (0.75)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.67 g
Diameter
31 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#168381
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Floral cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + DNS . ADIVTOR . ET . REDEM . MEVS . 1604

Translation: The lord is my support and redemptor.

Comment

Imitation of the 3rd type 1/4 Ecu of king Henry IV (link below).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Ecu - Henry II 1604 coin from the Principality of Dombes is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Principality on the reverse side, which sets it apart from other coins of the same denomination issued by the French States during that time period.