© Monnaies d'Antan
© Monnaies d'Antan
½ Teston - Henry II 2nd type
| Silver | 4.75 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Dombes (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Henry II (1592-1608) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1606-1607 |
| Value | ½ Teston (¼) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.75 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#219665 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of Bourbon with to the sides to crowned letters H.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +DNS.ADIVTOR.ET.REDEM.MEVS.1606
Translation: The lord is my support and redemptor.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Teston - Henry II (2nd type) coin from the Principality of Dombes is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Dombes family, which was added to the obverse (front) side of the coin. This shield was not present on the first type of Henry II teston coin, making it a distinctive feature of this particular issue.
