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Double Tournois - Henri III Poitiers
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry III (Henri III) (1574-1589) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1580-1589 (1580-1591) |
| 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#57244 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Beginning of the legend at 12 o'clock by a cross potencée. Circle of 14 mm. Three lilies placed 2 and 1. 8th point under the first O of Tournois.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1586 (1)
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1583. (2)
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1587★ (3)
+ DOVBL.TOVRNOIS.1587 (4)
Interesting fact
The Double Tournois coin was used as a means of payment during the reign of King Henri III of France, and it was the first French coin to feature a portrait of the king. The coin's design was inspired by the Roman goddess of wisdom, Minerva, and it was minted in the city of Poitiers. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Double Tournois coin played an important role in the French economy during the late 16th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1580 G | 106324 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1581 G | 181038 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1583 G | 35646 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1586 G | 204984 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1587 G | 186120 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1588 G | 80652 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1589 G | 99099 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| ND (1590-1591) G | 172080 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Poitiers) 1580-1589 (1580-1591) coin.
