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Liard - Henry II
| Billon | 1.05 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Dombes (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Henry II (1592-1608) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1594-1610 |
| Value | 1 Liard = 3 Deniers (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.05 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.75 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#42655 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 55% |
Reverse
Cross of the Order of the Holy Spirit.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DNS. ADIVTOR. MEVS 1594
Unabridged legend: Dominus Adjutor Meus
Translation: The lord is my support.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issues after 1608 are posthumous.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Liard - Henry II 1594-1610 coin from the Principality of Dombes is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was issued during the reign of Henry IV, who was the first French monarch to rule under the Bourbon dynasty. This period saw significant reforms in the French monetary system, including the introduction of new coinage and the establishment of a central bank. The Liard coin, which was worth one-third of a French livre, was an important part of this monetary system and was widely used in everyday transactions. Despite its small denomination, the coin has become a sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.
