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Denier "Vaquette" - Henry I of Albret ND
| Billon | 0.6 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Béarn (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Henry I of Albret (1517-1555) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1516-1541 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.6 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#361994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross confined to 1 and 4 of an H, to 2 and 3 of a pellet.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + PAX: ET: HONOR: F.
Translation: Peace and honor in Fourquie.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier "Vaquette" - Henry I of Albret ND (1516-1541) from Lordship of Béarn (French States) made of Billon weighing 0.6 g is that it features a unique design element - the "Vaquette" or "Vacant" mintmark, which is a small shield or oval shape with a crown on top, indicating that the coin was minted at the Vacant mint, a temporary mint established in the Lordship of Béarn during the reign of Henry I of Albret. This mintmark is quite rare and sought after by collectors, making the coin a valuable addition to any collection of French numismatics.
