France Dizain - François I, 1519 – 1521
1st type
Information
Country
France
France
Currency
Livre tournois
(987 – 1795)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Blanc
Year
1519 – 1521
Ruler
Francis I (François Ier)
(1515–1547)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.497
Diameter (mm)
26
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Blanc from France. Issued from 1519 to 1521. Struck in Billon. Measures 26 mm and weighs 2.5 g.
- Obverse
- Large crowned F, flanked by two lilies.
- Reverse
- Cross cantoned by four lilies.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1519-1521) | — | (fr) Bayonne, avec une ancre | 44% | |
| ND (1519-1521) | — | (fr) La Rochelle, point sous 9e lettre du droit et du revers | 33% | |
| ND (1519-1521) | — | (fr) Toulouse, point sous 5e lettre du droit et du revers | 15% |
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