© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
2 Ducats - Henry II and Margaret of Valois
1576 year| Gold | 7.02 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Béarn (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Henry II of Béarn (1572-1610) |
| Lady | Margaret of Valois (1572-1599) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1576 |
| Value | 2 Ducats |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.02 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#428535 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: N • GRATIA • DEI • SVM • ID • QD • SVM • 1576
Translation: By the grace of god, we are what we are.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Henry II and Margaret of Valois 1576 coin from the Lordship of Béarn (French States) is that it features a unique design element. The coin's obverse side bears the image of King Henry II and his wife, Margaret of Valois, seated on a throne, surrounded by the coat of arms of the House of Béarn. This design was specifically created to commemorate the marriage of the two monarchs and symbolize the unity of the House of Béarn and the French crown.
