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Franc with four H - Henry II 2nd type
| Silver | 12.6 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Béarn (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Henry II of Béarn (1572-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1583-1584 |
| Value | 1 Franc (61⁄60) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.6 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#56736 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross with branchs in shape of tulips, four crowned H in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✥ GRATIA.DEI.SVM.ID.QVOD.SVM.1583
Translation: Thanks to god, I am what I am.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France. Henry II was the King of France from 1547 until his death in 1559, and his reign was marked by religious wars between Catholics and Protestants. The Lordship of Béarn, where this coin was minted, was a small province in southwestern France that was known for its strong Protestant sympathies. Despite the religious tensions, the coin still features the image of Henry II, indicating that the province was still under the authority of the French crown. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the complex political and religious landscape of 16th-century France.
