Double Tournois - Henri IV (Nantes) 1609-1611 front Double Tournois - Henri IV (Nantes) 1609-1611 back
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Double Tournois - Henri IV Nantes

 
Copper 2.5 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Henry IV (Henri IV) (1589-1610)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1609-1611
Value
2 Deniers (1⁄120&nbspLT)
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#57745
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

Three lilies placed 2 and 1.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1610 (1)

Translation: Double Tournois

Edge

Plain

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 image on it. 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 Nantes, which was an important center for coin production during that time. Despite its small size, the coin has a rich history and is a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1609 T 15120 - - - - - -
1610 T 307440 - - - - - -

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