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Double Tournois - Henri III La Rochelle mint; 1st type
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry III (Henri III) (1574-1589) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1579-1581 |
| 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#56972 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Beginning of the legend at 12 o'clock by a cross pattée. Circle of 11 to 13 mm. Three lilies posed 2 and 1.
Crescent : Mm Nicolas RINETTE (1578-1584)
Flying bird on the right : Mg Jehan CHESNAU (1579-1585)
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS(croissant)1579(Mg) (1)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois - Henri III (La Rochelle mint; 1st type) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was issued by King Henri III in 1579-1581, a period known as the "Wars of Religion" when France was torn apart by conflicts between Catholics and Protestants. Despite the turmoil, the coin remained a stable currency and was widely used throughout the country. Its design features the king's effigy and the coat of arms of France, symbolizing the monarchy's power and authority.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1579 H | 219180 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Double Tournois - Henri III (La Rochelle mint; 1st type) 1579-1581 coin.
