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Douzain aux deux H 3ème type - Henri III
| Billon (.240 silver) | 2.399 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry III (Henri III) (1574-1589) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1575-1589 |
| Value | 1 Douzain (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.240 silver) |
| Weight | 2.399 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#382139 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Notched cross confined at 1 and 4 by a crowned lily, at 2 and 3 by a crown.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + SIT · NOMEM · DOMINI · BENEDIC · 1577
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Douzain aux deux H (3ème type) - Henri III 1575-1589 coin from France is that it features a unique design element known as a "mint mistake." The coin was minted with an error in the die, resulting in a misprinted "2" in the date. Instead of reading "1575-1589," the date on the coin reads "1575-1582." This error has become a prized feature among collectors, making the coin highly sought after and valuable.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1577 O | 188337 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1586 B | 93600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1587 B | 1793520 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1588 B | 280800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1589 B | 132090 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1589 O | 100240 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Douzain aux deux H (3ème type) - Henri III 1575-1589 coin.
