© Patrick Bedouet
© Patrick Bedouet
Double Tournois - John of Montfort the Captive Nantes ND
| Billon | 1.197 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brittany (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John of Montfort (pretender) (1341-1345) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1341-1345 |
| Value | 1 Double Tournois (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.197 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#270663 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross fleurdelisée cutting legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ BRITANIE
Translation: ... of Brittany.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois coin featuring John of Montfort the Captive (Nantes) is that it was issued during a time of political turmoil in the Duchy of Brittany. John of Montfort, also known as John III, was captured by the English in 1341 and remained a prisoner until 1345, during which time the coin was minted. Despite the political instability, the coin's design and production continued to reflect the duchy's rich history and cultural heritage.
