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Douzain - Henri IV Navarre issue; 2nd type
| Billon | 2.01 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (Henri IV) (1589-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1590-1593 |
| Value | 1 Douzain (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.01 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#56759 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned shield from France-Navarre
the shield is not accosted (By the grace of God, I am what I am)
Script: Latin
Lettering: GRATIA. D. SVM. Q. SVM. 1591.
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Douzain - Henri IV (Navarre issue; 2nd type) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France. The coin was issued by Henri IV, who was the first French monarch of the House of Bourbon, and it was minted in the city of Navarre, which was a stronghold of the Catholic League. The Catholic League was a powerful organization that opposed the reign of Henri IV, who was a Protestant, and the coin may have been used as a way to finance the military campaigns of the League. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of Henri IV, indicating that the monarch was still recognized as the legitimate ruler of France, even in areas where the Catholic League held sway. This coin is a fascinating piece of history that highlights the complex political and religious tensions of 16th century France.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1590 | 472079 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Douzain - Henri IV (Navarre issue; 2nd type) 1590-1593 coin.
