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Double Tournois - Henri IV Limoges
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (Henri IV) (1589-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1591-1595 |
| 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#57620 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Beginning of legend at 12 o'clock, 13 mm circle or not circled.
Three lilies 2 and 1.
Wheel = Mm François DUBOIS (1591-1597)
Variety: On 1593 coins, the obverse legend begins at 5 o'clock.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS(molette)1591 (1)
Interesting fact
The Double Tournois coin was minted during the reign of King Henri IV, who was the first French monarch to issue a coin with his own portrait. This coin features a portrait of the king on one side and the coat of arms of France on the other. It was minted in the city of Limoges, which was an important center for coin production during the Renaissance period. Despite its small size, the coin has a rich history and is highly sought after by collectors today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1591 I | 241372 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1592 I | 218880 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1593 I | 206198 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1594 I | 56823 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Limoges) 1591-1595 coin.
