© Patrick Bedouet
© Patrick Bedouet
Double Tournois - John IV three ermines ND
| Billon | 1.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brittany (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John IV (1345-1399) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1385-1399 |
| Value | 1 Double Tournois (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#280572 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross pattée.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ MONETA BRITANIE
Translation: Coin of Brittany.
Comment
Variations in the punctuation of the right and reverse legends.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois coin featuring John IV (three ermines) from the Duchy of Brittany is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France. The coin was issued between 1385 and 1399, a period marked by the Hundred Years' War between France and England, as well as the internal conflicts within the French monarchy. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout Brittany and other parts of France.
