Sol Parisis - Henri III 1578-1585 front Sol Parisis - Henri III 1578-1585 back
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Sol Parisis - Henri III

 
Billon (.319 silver) 2.353 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Henry III (Henri III) (1574-1589)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1578-1585
Value
1 Sol (1⁄20&nbspLP)
Currency
Pound Parisis (987-1667)
Composition
Billon (.319 silver)
Weight
2.353 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#39309
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Keyed fleur-de-lys cross, date and workshop letter in the legend around the edge.

Script: Latin

Lettering: M .SIT.NOMEN.DOMINI.BENEDICTVM. 1578

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Sol Parisis - Henri III 1578-1585 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Henri III, who was facing financial difficulties and struggled to maintain the value of the French currency. Despite these challenges, the Sol Parisis coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout France and Europe, and its design has been celebrated for its beauty and craftsmanship.