France Blanc du Dauphiné - Louis XII, 1475 – 1498

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country France France
Currency Livre tournois (987 – 1795)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination 1 Douzain
Year 1475 – 1498
Ruler Louis XII (1498–1515)
Composition Billon (.359 silver)
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 1.56
Diameter (mm) 26
Demonetized Yes

Description

1 Douzain from France. Issued from 1475 to 1498. Struck in Billon (.359 silver). Measures 26 mm and weighs 1.56 g.

Obverse
Shield quartered with 1 and 4 of France, with 2 and 3 of Dauphiné.
Reverse
Cross with two lilies in 1 and 4, and two dolphins in 2 and 3.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (1498)  — (fr) 25/04/1498 - Atelier de Romans 10%
ND (1475)  — (fr) 02/11/1475 - Atelier de Romans 90%

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