Henry III (1574–1589). Quarter-shield, cross with fleur-de-lis arms, viewed from the front, 1587, I, Limoges.

Obverse: + ·(varying)· HENRICVS III D. G. FRAN. ET. P. R. (date). Fleur-de-lis cross with a cruciform finial at the center.
Rev. SIT. NOMEN. DOMINI. BENEDICTVM. Crowned shield of France, flanked by II - II; below (mint mark).
Dy.1133 - G.494 (R4) - Sb.4662; Silver - 9.47 g - 31 mm - 2 h
From the Bastien Mikolajczak collection.
An interesting mint piece of very fine quality, with an antique gray patina featuring bluish and golden highlights. Superb.