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Douzain - Henri IV 4th type
1593 year| Billon (Ag .240) | 2.3 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (Henri IV) (1589-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1593 |
| Value | 1 Douzain (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (Ag .240) |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#31793 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Cross indented with a fleur-de-lys at 1,2,3,4.
Around, in Latin: "Blessed be the name of the Lord".
Script: Latin
Lettering: (clé)SIT.NOMEN.DNI.BENEDICT.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Douzain - Henri IV (4th type) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was issued in 1593, just a few years after the end of the French Wars of Religion, which had devastated the country and led to a period of economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, with intricate designs and inscriptions that reflect the artistic and cultural traditions of the time. This coin is a testament to the resilience and determination of the French people during a difficult period in their history.
