© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Double Gold Henri - Henry II and successors 2nd type; 2nd bust
| Gold (.958) | 7.18 g | - |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry II (Henri II) (1547-1559) Francis II (François II) (1559-1560) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1552-1559 |
| Value | 2 Gold Henris (5 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.958) |
| Weight | 7.18 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#270474 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross of four H's with four lis in the angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVM · TOTVM : COMPLEAT · ORBEM · 1558
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Gold Henri coin is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in France, known as the "War of the Standard," which lasted from 1552 to 1559. The coin was introduced as a response to the debasement of the French currency, and it was intended to restore confidence in the monetary system. Despite its gold content, the coin was not widely accepted and was eventually replaced by a new currency. This coin is now a rare and valuable collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
