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Denier Tournois - Henri IV Tours
| Copper | 1.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (Henri IV) (1589-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1590-1592 |
| 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#57807 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Beginning of legend at 12 o'clock, 11 mm circle.
Two lilies, below a tower.
Star = Mm Jacques Prieur (01/02/1578-1594)
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DENIER.TOVRNOIS★1590
Interesting fact
The Denier Tournois was a coin that was introduced by King Henri IV in 1590, and it was the first coin to bear his name and portrait. It was minted in the city of Tours, which is why it's also known as the "Tournois" coin. The coin was made of copper and weighed 1.7 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the Denier Tournois was an important coin in its time and was widely used throughout France. It's now a rare and valuable collector's item, and it's a fascinating piece of French history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1590 E | 15600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1592 E | 31200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denier Tournois - Henri IV (Tours) 1590-1592 coin.
