1/2 Teston - Francis I 1st type

€8,531.00
IssuerFrance
Year1515-1534
TypeStandard circulation coins
Value1/2 Teston (1/4 LT)
CurrencyLivre tournois (987-1795)
CompositionSilver
Weight4.79 g
Dimensions27 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)Pierre Ronsart
In circulation to
Reference(s) Dy royales#792
Obverse descriptionBust of François I on the right, wearing an open crown on a hood.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse lettering+. FRANCISC: I: DEI: GRA: FRANCOR: REX:
Reverse descriptionShield of France crowned in a polylobe.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering+: XPS: VINCIT: XPS: REGNAT: XPS: IMPERAT.
Edge
Mint
Mintage1515 B - -
1518  - -
1534  - -
Catalog ID1319234620
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