France Teston - François I, 1528
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Information
Country
France
France
Currency
Livre tournois
(987 – 1795)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Teston
Year
1528
Ruler
Francis I (François Ier)
(1515–1547)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
9.59
Diameter (mm)
31
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Teston from France. Issued in 1528. Struck in Silver. Measures 31 mm and weighs 9.59 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of François I, three-quarter face right, cuirassed, with raised shoulder pad and cross on left shoulder.
- Reverse
- Shield quartered with 1 and 4 of France, 2 and 3 of Dauphiné, above a dauphin to the left.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1528 | — | (fr) Grenoble, rose à cinq pétales en fin des légendes avant le différent du maître. |
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