© CGB
© CGB
Franc with four H - Henry II 1st type
| Silver | 13.57 g | 35.5 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Béarn (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Henry II of Béarn (1572-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1579-1582 |
| Value | 1 Franc (61⁄60) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.57 g |
| Diameter | 35.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#58873 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Cross with branchs in shape of tulips, four H in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .GRATIA. DEI. SVM. ID. QVD. SVM. 1582
Translation: Thanks to god, I am what I am.
Edge
Plain
Comment
A lot of varieties in legends exist.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - the four H's (representing Henry II) are arranged in a square pattern, which is different from the more common arrangement of letters or symbols on coins from this time period.
