RARE Antique King Of France "Henri IV R0I DeFrance" Medallion/Emblem/Token

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Antique Piece of France's History - Henri IV, King of France Medallion/Plaque/Emblem -  2" Diameter
COIN NOT INCLUDED.
The first of the Bourbon kings of France, Henry IV brought unity and prosperity to the country after the ruinous 16th-century Wars of Religion.  Though he was not a great strategist, his courage and gallant made him a great military leader. And though he was never an efficient administrator, his political insight, his willingness to enlist the cooperation of well-chosen ministers, and his understanding of his people made him an efficient ruler.
Henry IV died a victim of the fanaticism he wanted eradicated. Centuries ahead of his own time, he said, “Those who follow their consciences are of my religion, and I am of the religion who are brave and good”.  Too often misunderstood during his lifetime, his tragic end seemed finally to have opened the eyes of his people. They soon bestowed on him the appellation Henry the Great.
Henry is one of the most popular figures in French history for his amorous propensities as well as his political achievements. His love affairs were numerous, the most celebrated being those with Gabrielle d’Estrées, Henriette de Balsac d’Entragues, and Charlotte des Essarts. His many amours earned him the appellation of
le vert galant
(“the gay old spark”).