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Dizain of Dauphine - Louis XII ND
| Billon (.319 silver) | 2.19 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XII (1498-1515) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1498-1515 |
| Value | 1 Dizain (1⁄24 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.319 silver) |
| Weight | 2.19 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#435402 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriated cross with two Ls, one dolphin and one lily in angles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SIT nOMEn DnI BEnEDITVM
Lettering (regular font): SIT NOMEN DNI BENEDITVM
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dizain of Dauphine - Louis XII ND (1498-1515) from France made of Billon (.319 silver) weighing 2.19 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Louis XII, who was known for his military conquests and his efforts to centralize power in France. This coin was likely used in everyday transactions and could have been carried by people from all walks of life, from peasants to nobility. Despite its small size and relatively low value, it remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the craftsmanship of medieval coin makers.
