© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
Denier Tournois - Louis II 1st type; Silver pattern strike
| Silver | 1.24 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Dombes (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Louis II (1560-1582) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1576-1577 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#219803 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
In inner circle, two lilies with line cutting through.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DENIER.TOVRNOIS.1576
Edge
Plain
Comment
Obverse variants:+ LVDO.P.DOMBAR.D.MONTIS (a)
+ L.D.BOVRB.P.D.DOMBES.D.D.M (b)
Reverse variants:
+ DENIER.TOVRNOIS.1576 (1)
+ DENIER.TOVRNOIS (2)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern Denier Tournois - Louis II (1st type; Silver pattern strike) 1576-1577 from Principality of Dombes (French States) made of Silver weighing 1.24 g is that it features a unique design, with a crowned shield bearing the arms of France and Navarre on the obverse, and a cross fleury on the reverse. This coin was minted during the reign of Louis II, who was the son of Louis, Prince of Condé and was known for his strong support of the Huguenots during the French Wars of Religion. The coin's design and the fact that it was minted during a time of religious turmoil in France make it a fascinating piece of history for collectors and historians alike.
