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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Gold Florin - Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne and Charlotte
1592 year| Gold | 3.22 g |
| Issuer | Principality of Sedan (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Henry of the Tour d'Auvergne (1591-1623) |
| Princess | Charlotte of the Marck (1588-1594) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1592 |
| Value | 1 Gold Florin (3) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.22 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#367469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of four towers, HC in center, two crowned C's and H's in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NON EST CONS ADVERS DNM 1592
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Florin - Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne and Charlotte 1592 from Principality of Sedan (French States) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France. The Principality of Sedan was a small state located in the northeastern part of the country, and it was known for its strong Protestant tradition. In 1592, the year the coin was minted, France was in the midst of the Wars of Religion, a series of conflicts between Catholics and Protestants that lasted for over three decades. Despite this turmoil, the Principality of Sedan was able to maintain its independence and mint its own coins, such as the Gold Florin. This coin is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Sedan during a time of great upheaval.
