France, Royal. Henry II. 1547-1559. AR douzain aux croissants (26.5 mm, 2.22 g, 2 h). La Rochelle mint. HENRICVS 2 DEI GRA FRACOR REX, crowned coat-of-arms; crown above crescent to either side / + SIT NOMEN DNI BENEDICTVM 1550, cross fleurée with H and crowns in quarters. Duplessy 997. Fine, dark toning.