France Blanc - Charles VIII, 1488 – 1498
Information
Country
France
France
Currency
Livre tournois
(987 – 1795)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Douzain
Year
1488 – 1498
Ruler
Charles VIII the Affable (Charles VIII l'Affable)
(1483–1498)
Composition
Billon (.359 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.846
Diameter (mm)
26.81
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Douzain from France. Issued from 1488 to 1498. Struck in Billon (.359 silver). Measures 26.81 mm and weighs 2.85 g.
- Obverse
- Shield quartered with 1 and 4 of France, with 2 and 3 of Dauphiné.
- Reverse
- Cross with a lily on 1st and 4th, and a dolphin on 2nd and 3rd.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1488-1498) | — | (fr) Crémieu, point 2e au droit | ||
| ND (1488-1498) | — | (fr) Grenoble | ||
| ND (1488-1498) | — | (fr) Romans |
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