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© CGB
Teston - Francis I 1st type
| Silver | 9.598 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 | 9.598 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8650 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France in a polylobe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + XPS: VINCIT: XPS: REGNAT: XPS: IMPERAT. (Mm)., (C pointé)
Engraver: J. de la Roche
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Teston - Francis I (1st 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 ascended to the throne, and it was part of a broader effort to reform the French currency and stabilize the economy. The coin's design, which features a portrait of Francis I on one side and a crowned shield on the other, reflects the influence of Renaissance art and culture on French coinage during this period. Despite its historical significance, the Teston - Francis I (1st type) coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.
