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Double Tournois - Henri IV Châlons-sur-Marne mint; 2nd type
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (Henri IV) (1589-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1591-1592 |
| 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#57598 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Three lilies placed 2 and 1. Beginning of legend at 12 o'clock, circle of 13 mm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1591.
Comment
Obverse variations:- HENRI.4.R.DE.FRAN.ET.NAVARRE.CH(liés) (a)
- HENRI.4.R.DE.FRAN.ET.NAVAR.CH(liés) (b)
- HENRI.4.R.DE.FRAN.ET.NAVA.CH(liens) (c)
Lapel variations :
- + DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1592 (1)
- + DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1592 (2)
Interesting fact
The Double Tournois coin was minted during the reign of King Henri IV of France, who was known for his efforts to stabilize the French economy and reform the coinage system. The coin's design features the king's effigy on one side and the coat of arms of France on the other. It was minted at the Châlons-sur-Marne mint, which was one of the major mints of France at the time. Despite its small weight of 2.5 grams, the coin was an important part of the French currency system during the late 16th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1591 CH | 186109 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1592 CH | 151206 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Double Tournois - Henri IV (Châlons-sur-Marne mint; 2nd type) 1591-1592 coin.
