The category Henry IV (1589-1610) groups together French coins minted during the reign of Henry IV, King of France and Navarre. This collection falls within the broader section of Royal Coins (987 to 1870) and within the whole of French Coins (470 to 2002).
It includes the various denominations issued during his reign, including écus, quarter écus, half écus, deniers, douzains, liards, sols, francs and other gold and silver coins. The period of Henry IV marks an important phase in French monetary history, with relative stabilisation after the troubles of the Wars of Religion.
Henry IV coins are sought after by collectors for their historical interest, intrinsic value (precious metal) and the various mint marks that identify the minting locations throughout the Kingdom of France. These include the marks of the Paris, Lyon, Rouen, and other important cities mints.
Henry IV's coin types generally feature his effigy, as well as the royal symbols of France and Navarre. The study of these pieces helps to better understand the economy, politics and society of the time.
This section offers a classification of Henry IV coins by type, mint and rarity, facilitating research and identification for numismatists of all levels.
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