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Denier Tournois - Louis XI 1st issue; without trilobe ND
1461 year| Billon (.106 silver) | 0.71 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XI (1461-1483) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1461 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.106 silver) |
| Weight | 0.71 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#419296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrefoil.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + TVROnVS CIVI FRA REX
Lettering (regular font): + TVRONVS CIVI FRA REX
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier Tournois - Louis XI (1st issue; without trilobe) ND (1461) coin from France is that it was minted during the reign of King Louis XI, who was known for his efforts to centralize power and reform the French monarchy. This coin, which was made of Billon (.106 silver) and weighs 0.71g, features an image of the king on one side and a cross on the other. It was widely used in trade and commerce during its time and remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
