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Double Tournois - Henri III Toulouse mint; Type 1D
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry III (Henri III) (1574-1589) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1592-1595 |
| Value | 2 Deniers (1⁄120 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#57296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
The legend begins at 12 o'clock with a potent cross. 13 mm circle, three lilies 2 and 1.
Legends 1 to 3 are met with a period or at the beginning, or both.
I = Mm Antoine JOLY (21/03/1592-26/06/1593)
C = Mm Jehan CLERGEAUT (1592-1594)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
(croix de Toulouse)DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1592 (1)
(croix de Toulouse).DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1592. (1bis)
(croix de Toulouse)DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.I.1592 (2)
(croix de Toulouse).DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.I.1592. (2bis)
(croix de Toulouse)DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.C.1593 (3)
(croix de Toulouse).DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.C.1593. (3bis)
(croix de Toulouse)DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.C.1593. (3ter)
(croix de Toulouse)DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS. (4)
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1594 (5)
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 King Henri III on one side and the coat of arms of France on the other, was meant to symbolize the power and stability of the French monarchy. Despite these efforts, the coin's production was ultimately discontinued due to the continued economic challenges facing France at the time. Today, the Double Tournois - Henri III coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, offering a glimpse into a pivotal moment in French history.
