© Jetonbretagne
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Teston - Henri III 4th type
| Silver (.868) | 9.52 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry III (Henri III) (1574-1589) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1575-1576 |
| Value | 1 Teston (½ LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.868) |
| Weight | 9.52 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#51249 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Shield of France crowned accosted of two crowned H.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ SIT. NOMEN. DNI. BENEDICTVM (Mm) 1575.
Traduction revers : (Béni soit le nom du Seigneur).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Teston - Henri III (4th type) coin from France is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was minted in 1575-1576, during the reign of King Henri III, who was facing significant challenges, including religious wars, financial difficulties, and opposition from the nobility. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a standard circulation coin and was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely accepted metal at the time. Its weight of 9.52g and silver content of .868 make it a notable example of coinage from this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1575 9 | 406495 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1575 B | 389691 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1575 T | 449361 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Teston - Henri III (4th type) 1575-1576 coin.
