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Denier Tournois - Henri IV Lyon; Type A
| Copper | 1.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (Henri IV) (1589-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1606-1611 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#57625 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Beginning of legend at 12 o'clock, circle of 11 mm.
Two lilies, below a D.
The initial cross on the reverse is a straight cross or a potent cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ DENIER+TOVRNOISx1607 (1)
+ DENIER+TOVRNOIS+1608 (2)
+ DENIER.TOVRNOIS+1607 (3)
+ DENIER+TOVRNOIS.1608 (4)
+ DENIER+TOVRNOIS+1610.(trèfle) (5)
+ DENIERxTOVRNOIS.1607 (6)
+ DENIER.TOVRNOISx1607 (7)
Interesting fact
The Denier Tournois was a coin that was introduced by King Henri IV in 1577, and it remained in circulation until 1641. It was made of copper and had a distinctive design that featured the king's name and title on one side, and a cross fleury on the other. The coin was minted in several different cities in France, including Lyon, which is where the Type A variety was produced. The Lyon mint was known for producing coins with a particularly high level of craftsmanship, and the Denier Tournois - Henri IV (Lyon; Type A) 1606-1611 is considered to be one of the most well-preserved examples of this coinage. I hope you find this information interesting and helpful! If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
