Douzain - Henri II 1555 front Douzain - Henri II 1555 back
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Douzain - Henri II

1555 year
Billon (Ag .292) 2.617 g 24.5 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Henry II (Henri II) (1547-1559)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1555
Value
1 Douzain (1⁄20&nbspLT)
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Billon (Ag .292)
Weight
2.617 g
Diameter
24.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#8554
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Fleurdelisé cross, bearing a heart-shaped cross, confined to the 1st and 4th of a crescent, to the 2nd and 3rd of a crown.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTVM (Mm) 1555

Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.

Interesting fact

The Douzain - Henri II 1555 coin was minted during the reign of King Henri II of France, who ruled from 1547 to 1559. The coin's design features the king's profile on one side and the coat of arms of France on the other. The coin was made of billon, a type of alloy that contains silver, and has a weight of 2.617 grams. 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
1555 A 151200 - - - - - -

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