Philippe Danfrie

Philippe Danfrie the elder (about 1532 – 1606) was a designer and maker of mathematical instruments in metal and paper, as well as a type-cutter, engraver, minter of coins and medals, publisher and author.

He produced a number of books in partnership with Richard Breton in 1558–60 and later with Pierre Haman and Jean Le Royer.

He also produced a number of medals (e.g. London, British Museum) commemorating the events of the first fifteen years of Henry IV's reign.

Engraver and superintendent of the Paris Mint, Philippe Danfrie was also an engineer and inventor of scientific instruments.

His most famous and only signed medal (e.g. London, BM) is cast rather than struck and celebrates the victory of Henry IV over the Duke of Savoy in 1600.