France Double Tournois - Henri III, 1586
La Rochelle mint; 2nd type
Information
Country
France
France
Currency
Livre tournois
(987 – 1795)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
2 Deniers
Year
1586
Ruler
Henry III (Henri III)
(1574–1589)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Weight (g)
1.7
Diameter (mm)
17
Demonetized
Yes
Description
2 Deniers from France. Issued in 1586. Struck in Copper. Measures 17 mm and weighs 1.7 g.
- Obverse
- Start of legend at 6 o'clock, 12 to 14 mm circle. Bust size varies, and sometimes the letter E is replaced by an F.
- Reverse
- Start of legend at 12 o'clock with a cross pattée. 12 to 14 mm circle. Pine cone: Mm Pierre BEDEAU (1584-1586)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1586 H | 325.8K | (fr) a1, a2 |
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