© CGB
© CGB
½ teston Francis I 3e type
| Silver | 4.799 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Francis I (François Ier) (1515-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1539-1540 |
| Value | ½ Teston (¼ LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.799 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8652 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France within a ball-shaped polylobe (17 lobes).
Script: Latin
Lettering: (couronne) XPS^ VINCIT^ XPS^ REGNAT^ XPS (Mm) IMPERAT
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ teston Francis I (3e type) coin from France, minted between 1539 and 1540, is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the royal coat of arms on the reverse side. This shield was added to the coin's design to symbolize the king's power and authority.
