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Douzain ou grand blanc du Dauphiné - Francis I ND
| Billon (.359 silver) | 2.3 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Francis I (François Ier) (1515-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1530-1537 |
| Value | 1 Douzain (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.359 silver) |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#160348 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Cross cantoned at 1 and 4 of a lily, at 2 and 3 of a dolphin.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + SIT : NOMEN : DNI : BENEDICTVM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Douzain ou grand blanc du Dauphiné - Francis I ND (1530-1537) coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant monetary reform in France. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by King Francis I in 1530, which aimed to stabilize the country's economy and simplify its monetary system. The Douzain ou grand blanc du Dauphiné was one of the first coins to be minted under this new system, and it remained in circulation for several decades.
