© CGB
© CGB
Denier Tournois - John II 3rd type ND
1355 year| Billon (.119 silver) | 0.62 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | John II (Jean II) (1350-1364) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1355 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.119 silver) |
| Weight | 0.62 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#133797 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Castle Tournois.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 👑 TVRONVS° CIVIS
Translation: City of Tours.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier Tournois - John II (3rd type) ND (1355) coin from France is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of John II of France, who ruled from 1350 to 1364, a period marked by the Hundred Years' War between France and England. The coin's unique blend of silver and billon (a mixture of copper and silver) was a common feature of coins during this time, as it helped to conserve precious metal resources while still maintaining the coin's value. Despite the challenges of the time, the Denier Tournois - John II (3rd type) ND (1355) coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, offering a glimpse into the economic and political history of medieval Europe.
