© Tax1958
© Tax1958
Teston - Henri II and Marguerite of Valois 4 Arms shield
1577 year| Silver (.917) | 8.85 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Béarn (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Henry II of Béarn (1572-1610) |
| Lady | Margaret of Valois (1572-1599) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1577 |
| Value | 1 Teston (½) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 8.85 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#74113 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of Arms of Navarra, Bearn, Bourbon, France, etc.
Script: Latin
Lettering: •GRATIA•DEI•SVM•ID•QD•SVM•1577 ★
Translation: By the grace of god, I am what I am.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique 4 Arms shield design, which represents the alliance between the houses of Béarn and Valois. This design was specifically used during the reign of Henri II and Marguerite of Valois, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
