France Teston 12e Type, Lyon, 1515 – 1540
François Ier
Information
Country
France
France
Currency
Livre tournois
(987 – 1795)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Teston
Year
1515 – 1540
Ruler
Francis I (François Ier)
(1515–1547)
Composition
Silver (.898)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8
Diameter (mm)
26
Thickness (mm)
1
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Teston from France. Issued from 1515 to 1540. Struck in Silver (.898). Measures 26 mm and weighs 8 g.
- Obverse
- Right bust of King Francis I, cuirassed, wearing a closed crown.
- Reverse
- Crowned shield of France, between two crowned Fs.
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1515-1540) | — |
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