© CGB
© CGB
Double with ermine - Francis I / Francis II ND
| Billon | 1.07 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brittany (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Francis I (1442-1450) Francis II (1458-1488) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1442-1488 |
| Value | 1 Double (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.07 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8638 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Cross with two ermines in quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ mOnETA: BRITAnIE.
Translation: Coin of Brittany.
Comment
Variations in punctuation on the right and reverse, as well as in speckle movements.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique double portrait of Francis I and Francis II, the two rulers of the Duchy of Brittany during its time as a French state. This double portrait design was used to symbolize the joint rule of the two Francises and to emphasize the unity of the Duchy under their leadership.
