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© CGB
Double Tournois - Francis I 1st type ND
| Billon (.110 silver) | 1.3 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Francis I (François Ier) (1515-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1515-1547 |
| Value | 2 Deniers (1⁄120 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.110 silver) |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#30982 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Cross within a quatrefoil, sometimes ringed or trefoiled
Script: Latin
Lettering: + SIT . NOMEN . DNI . BENEDICTVM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois - Francis I (1st type) ND (1515-1547) coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. The coin was introduced during the reign of Francis I, who was instrumental in establishing the French Renaissance and promoting the arts, literature, and culture. The coin's design features the king's effigy on one side and the coat of arms of France on the other, symbolizing the power and influence of the French monarchy during this period. Despite being made of billon, a relatively low-value metal, the coin's intricate design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
