Obverse © collec.perso
Obverse © collec.perso
Denier Tournois - Louis XII ND
| Billon (.079 silver) | 0.97 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XII (1498-1515) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1498-1515 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.079 silver) |
| Weight | 0.97 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33602 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Cross pattee within a quatrefoil flanked by four dots.
Lettering: (lys couronné) TVRONVS CIVIS FRACOR
Translation: French city of Tours
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier Tournois - Louis XII ND (1498-1515) coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis XII, who was known for his efforts to centralize power and reform the French economy. The use of billon, a silver-copper alloy, in the coin's production was a common practice during this time period, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver. Despite its relatively low silver content, the coin still held significant value and was widely used in trade and commerce.
