Blanc - Jean II ND
| Billon (.255 silver) | 3.765 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | John II (Jean II) (1350-1364) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1353-1354 |
| Value | 1 Douzain (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.255 silver) |
| Weight | 3.765 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 0.61 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#60514 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Châtel tournois with trefoiled towers enclosing three small saltires.bordure de 12 lis
Lettering: + TVRONVS CIVIS.
Comment
Creation on Nov. 9, 1353, followed by two weakenings:- April 8, 1354,
- May 17, 1554 (the cross on top of the castle is placed between two large dots)
Corner axis: 10h,
Theoretical weight: 3.765g (1st issue)
Size: 1/65 marc; Title: 255‰
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Blanc - Jean II ND (1353-1354) from France made of Billon (.255 silver) weighing 3.765 g is that it was issued during the reign of King John II of France, who was known for his efforts to stabilize the French economy and restore the value of the currency. The coin's design features the king's name and title, "JEHAN II ROY DE FRANCE," and on the reverse, a cross fleury with the mintmark of Paris, "P." The coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure consistency and accuracy in trade and commerce. Despite its small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of medieval France and is now a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
