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Teston - Francis I 13th type
| Silver | 9.50 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Francis I (François Ier) (1515-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1529-1531 |
| Value | 1 Teston (½ LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.50 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8535 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Shield of France crowned accosted of two F crowned.
Script: Latin
Lettering: (couronne) NO NOBIS DNE SED NOI TVO DA GLORIA (Mm) (trèfle).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Teston - Francis I (13th type) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. The coin was introduced in 1529, just a few years after Francis I had established the franc as the national currency of France, replacing the various local currencies that had been in use before. The Teston coin was intended to be a standardized, widely accepted currency that could be used throughout the country, and it featured an image of the king on one side and the French coat of arms on the other. Despite its intended use as a widely circulating coin, the Teston - Francis I (13th type) is now a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1529 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Teston - Francis I (13th type) 1529-1531 coin.
