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Double Tournois - Henri III Dauphiné mint; Type C; Z on obverse
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry III (Henri III) (1574-1589) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1588-1589 |
| Value | 2 Deniers (1⁄120 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#57313 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Start of legend at 12 o'clock, circled or uncircled. Two lilies, below a dolphin.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
(rose)DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS(soleil)1589 (1)
(rose)DOVBLE.TOVRNOS(soleil)1589 (2)
(rose)DOVBLE.TOVR.NOIS.1589 (3)
(rose)DOVBLE.TORNOIS.(soleil)1589
Interesting fact
The Double Tournois - Henri III coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was introduced as part of a broader effort to reform the French currency and stabilize the economy, which had been struggling with inflation and debasement of the currency. The coin's design, featuring Henri III on the obverse and the coat of arms of France on the reverse, was meant to symbolize the power and authority of the French monarchy. Despite these efforts, the coin's circulation was limited, and it is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
