Liard au Dauphin - Francis I Type 1 ND (1515-1517) front Liard au Dauphin - Francis I Type 1 ND (1515-1517) back
Liard au Dauphin - Francis I Type 1 ND (1515-1517) photo
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Liard au Dauphin - Francis I Type 1 ND

 
Billon (.212 silver) 1.165 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Francis I (François Ier) (1515-1547)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1515-1517
Value
1 Liard (1⁄80&nbspLT)
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Billon (.212 silver)
Weight
1.165 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#401648
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross confined to the 1st and 4th of a lily, to the 2nd and 3rd of a crown.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ⚜ SIT. NOME DOMINI.

Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Liard au Dauphin - Francis I Type 1 ND (1515-1517) coin from France is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the Fleur-de-lis symbol, which represents the French monarchy, on the reverse side of the coin. This symbol was added to the coin's design to signify the coin's authenticity and to show the connection between the coin and the French crown.