France Double Tournois - Henri III, 1591 – 1594
Paris mint; 3rd type
Information
Country
France
France
Currency
Livre tournois
(987 – 1795)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
2 Deniers
Year
1591 – 1594
Ruler
Henry III (Henri III)
(1574–1589)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Weight (g)
2.5
Diameter (mm)
20
Thickness (mm)
0.8
Demonetized
Yes
Description
2 Deniers from France. Issued from 1591 to 1594. Struck in Copper. Measures 20 mm and weighs 2.5 g.
- Obverse
- Coinage hammered under the League. Bust on the right, laurelled, cuirassed with flat collar. Beginning of legend at 6 o'clock, 14 mm circle. Dot under the P of POL = 18th. The A straddles the circle.
- Reverse
- Start of legend at 12 o'clock with a cross pattée. 14 mm circle. Three lilies 2 and 1. Arrowhead or fire flame (depending on the author): Mm Jean DE LA HAYE (1591-1594)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1591-1594) A | 5.5M |
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