¼ Franc - Louis XIII Montpellier, Dijon and Aix mints
| Silver (.833) | 3.547 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1636-1638 |
| Value | ¼ Franc |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 3.547 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#37517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross floreted and fleurdelisé, with L in heart canted by four globules.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + SIT. NOMEN. DOMINI. BENEDICTVM. 1638
Engraver: Jean Warin
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Franc - Louis XIII coin is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. Louis XIII, who ruled from 1610 to 1643, implemented a number of reforms aimed at strengthening the French economy and centralizing power in the monarchy. The minting of this coin, which was produced at three different mints in Montpellier, Dijon, and Aix, reflects the growing influence of the French monarchy and the increasing standardization of currency across the country.
