Silver Hardi - Henry IV / Henry V / Henry VI ND
| Billon | 1.09 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Aquitaine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Henry IV (1399-1413) Henry V (1413-1422) Henry VI (1422-1453) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1399-1453 |
| Value | 3 Deniers (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.09 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#77111 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Cross cutting legend, with two lilies and 2 leopards within quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FRACIE DՈS AQI
Translation: ... and of France, lord of Aquitaine.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political instability in France. The coin was issued during the reigns of Henry IV, Henry V, and Henry VI, who were all kings of England and claimants to the French throne. This period saw the Hundred Years' War between England and France, which lasted from 1337 to 1453 and had a significant impact on the political and economic landscape of both countries. Despite this turmoil, the Silver Hardi coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency in the Duchy of Aquitaine, which was a region in southwestern France that was under English control at the time.
