© CGB
© CGB
Teston - Francis I 10th type
| Silver | 9.59 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Francis I (François Ier) (1515-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1541-1547 |
| Value | 1 Teston (½ LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.59 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8540 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France in a punctuated polylobe; letter of workshop at the point of the shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: (couronne) XPS. VINCIT. XPS. REGNAT. XPS. IMP.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Teston - Francis I (10th type) coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1541, just a few years after France had experienced a severe financial crisis, known as the "War of the League of Cambrai," which had left the country's economy in shambles. Despite these challenges, the Teston coin remained a popular and widely used denomination throughout Francis I's reign, indicating the resilience and adaptability of the French people during this time.
