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Denier Tournois of Dauphine - Louis XI ND
| Billon (.079 silver) | 0.36 g | 14.3 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XI (1461-1483) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1461-1483 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.079 silver) |
| Weight | 0.36 g |
| Diameter | 14.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#419733 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrefoil.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + SIT nOMEn DnI BE
Lettering (regular font): + SIT NOMEN DNI BE
Unabridged legend: Sit nomen domini benedictum
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier Tournois of Dauphine - Louis XI ND (1461-1483) coin 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 XI, 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 minting process was also a common practice during this time period, as it allowed for the production of coins with a lower silver content, making them more affordable for everyday transactions.
