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Double Tournois - Henri III La Rochelle mint; 2nd type
1586 year| Copper | 1.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry III (Henri III) (1574-1589) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1586 |
| Value | 2 Deniers (1⁄120 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#56973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Start of legend at 12 o'clock with a cross pattée. 12 to 14 mm circle.
Pine cone: Mm Pierre BEDEAU (1584-1586)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS(pomme de pin)1586(oiseau volant à droite) (1)
+ DOVBLE.TOVRRNOIS(pomme de pin)1586(oiseau volant à droite) (2)
Interesting fact
The Double Tournois was a coin that was introduced by King Henri III in 1586 as a response to the economic crisis caused by the Wars of Religion in France. It was a new denomination that was equal to two Tournois, and it was intended to help stabilize the currency and simplify trade. The La Rochelle mint, where this coin was produced, was one of the main mints in France at the time, and it was known for producing high-quality coins. The fact that this coin was made of copper, which was a less valuable metal than silver or gold, also speaks to the economic challenges of the time and the need for a more affordable currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1586 H | 325806 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; 2nd type) 1586 coin.
