Gros Tournois - Philippe IV ND
| Silver (.958) | 4.05 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Philip IV (Philippe IV) (1285-1314) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1290-1295 |
| Value | 1 Gros (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.958) |
| Weight | 4.05 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#38306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Châtel tournois and border of 12 lilies.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TVRONVS'CIVIS
Comment
Issued en masse by the kings of France in the economically and monetarily troubled period of the early 14th century, copied by forgers and imitated by all foreign princes, gros tournois often cannot be attributed to any particular mint. A study of the style of the coins reveals many of them to be badly engraved, sloppy or marred by errors; imitations come to mind, although we cannot be certain that the official workshops did not also have sloppy or negligent engravers. The comparison of weights is an indication, alas also subject to caution; forgers did not necessarily cheat on weight, and some very good pieces may have been trimmed.
The large tournaments with the legend PHILIPPVS (with two P's) are divided into two main groups: those with TVRONVS, where the O is oval and high, and those with a round O. The first are all attributed to Philip. The former are all attributed to Philippe IV le Bel (1285-1314), those with the round O to Philippe IV, Philippe V (1316-1322) and Philippe VI de Valois (1328 to 1350). Here, too, we are tempted to attribute a number of examples to workshops other than those of the kings of France.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gros Tournois - Philippe IV ND (1290-1295) coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic change in Europe. The coin was introduced as part of a new monetary system implemented by King Philip IV, known as the "Gros Tournois" system, which aimed to stabilize the currency and combat inflation. This system was based on a silver standard, with the Gros Tournois coin being the primary denomination. The coin's design featured the king's name and title, as well as the image of a cross, symbolizing the connection between the king and the Church. Despite its introduction during a time of economic upheaval, the Gros Tournois - Philippe IV ND (1290-1295) coin remains a sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1290-1295) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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