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Teston - Charles IX 4th type
| Silver (.899) | 9.598 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IX (1560-1574) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1562-1574 |
| Value | 1 Teston (½ LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.899) |
| Weight | 9.598 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#56712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Ecu of France crowned, accosted of two crowned K - L under the shield
Script: Latin
Lettering: + XPS.VINCIT.XPS.REGNAT.XPS.IMP 1564
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Teston - Charles IX (4th type) 1562-1574 from France made of Silver (.899) weighing 9.598 g is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in France. The coin was minted during the reign of Charles IX, who was the son of Catherine de' Medici and King Henry II. Charles IX's reign was marked by religious tensions between Catholics and Protestants, which ultimately led to the Wars of Religion that lasted for over three decades. Despite this turmoil, the coin remains a valuable piece of French history and a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1562 L | 104422 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1563 L | 103326 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1564 L | 122604 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1565 L | 101591 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1566 L | 103080 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1567 L | 180565 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1568 L | 108961 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1569 L | 82467 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1570 L | 50617 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1572 L | 89403 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1573 L | 34325 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1574 L | 41131 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Teston - Charles IX (4th type) 1562-1574 coin.
