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Douzain - Henri III 2nd type
| Billon (.240 silver) | 2.399 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry III (Henri III) (1574-1589) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1575-1588 |
| Value | 1 Douzain (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.240 silver) |
| Weight | 2.399 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#43771 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Scalloped cross cantoned at 1 and 4 with a lily and at 2 and 3 with an H.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + SIT · NOMEM · DOMINI · BENEDIC · C : ·
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Douzain - Henri III (2nd type) coin from France is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1575, just a few years after the end of the French Wars of Religion, which had devastated the French economy and caused widespread poverty and instability. Despite these challenges, the Douzain coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout France, and its design and composition were carefully regulated by the French monarchy to ensure its authenticity and value.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1575 G | 216837 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1575 I | 64800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1576 M | 282240 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1577 M | 282240 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1577 T | 181440 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Douzain - Henri III (2nd type) 1575-1588 coin.
