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Teston - Henri II
1559 year| Silver | 9.41 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry II (Henri II) (1547-1559) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1559 |
| Value | 1 Teston (½ LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.41 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8217 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France accosted by two crowned H; workshop letter at the point of the shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + XPS. VINC[I]T. XPS. REG.NAT. XPS. IMPE. 1559
Interesting fact
The Teston - Henri II 1559 coin was minted during the reign of King Henri II of France, who ruled from 1547 until his death in 1559. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of France on the other. It was made of silver and weighed 9.41 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time. Despite its age, many of these coins have survived to this day and are highly sought after by collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1559 L | 76168 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Teston - Henri II 1559 coin.
