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Douzain - Henri III Dolphin issue
| Billon | 2.2 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry III (Henri III) (1574-1589) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1575-1587 |
| Value | 1 Douzain (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#29434 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Indented cross confined to the 1st and 4th of a crown, to the 2nd and 3rd of a dolphin.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT.NOMEN.DNI.BENEDICT.1576
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Comment
Dy# 1143 A, same type as Dy# 1143 without the dots above the crowns and dolphins. Grenoble, 1586-1589
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Douzain - Henri III (Dolphin issue) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France. The coin was issued during the reign of Henri III, who was the last Valois king of France and ruled from 1574 to 1589. During his reign, France was plagued by religious wars between Catholics and Protestants, and the country was also facing economic difficulties. Despite these challenges, the Douzain - Henri III coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1576 Z | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Douzain - Henri III (Dolphin issue) 1575-1587 coin.
