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Double Tournois - Henri IV Dieppe mint; Latin text
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (Henri IV) (1589-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1593-1594 |
| 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#57602 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Beginning of legend at 12 o'clock, circle of 13 mm.
Three lilies posed 2 and 1.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1593
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 Latin text on the coin, "Henricus IIII Dei Gratia Francorum Rex," translates to "Henry IV, by the grace of God, King of the French." This coin was minted at the Dieppe mint, which was one of the major mints in France at the time, and it weighs 2.5 grams, making it a relatively small coin. Despite its size, the Double Tournois coin is a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1593 B | 114480 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1594 B | 10800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Dieppe mint; Latin text) 1593-1594 coin.
