France Teston à la tête couronnée, 1556
1er type
Information
Country
France
France
Currency
Livre tournois
(987 – 1795)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Teston
Year
1556
Ruler
Henry II (Henri II)
(1547–1559)
Composition
Silver (.898)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
9.34
Diameter (mm)
30.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Teston from France. Issued in 1556. Struck in Silver (.898). Measures 30.5 mm and weighs 9.34 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Henry II on the right, wearing the closed crown.
- Reverse
- Crowned shield of France, accosted by two crowned H; letter of workshop at the point of the shield.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1556 T | — | 25% | ||
| ND (1549-1557) | — | 75% |
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