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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
20 Sols Siege of Aire
1641 year| Silver | 9.38 g | - |
| Issuer | City under siege of Aire-sur-la-Lys (French States) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Period | Franco-Spanish War (1635-1659) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1641 |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.38 g |
| Size | 30 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#391425 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Smooth.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Siege of Aire coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and conflict in France. The coin was issued in 1641, during the reign of King Louis XIII, who was engaged in a series of wars with Spain and the Holy Roman Empire. The city of Aire-sur-la-Lys, where the coin was minted, was under siege by Spanish forces at the time, and the coin was likely used to finance the military efforts of the French army. Despite the challenges of minting coins during a time of war, the Siege of Aire coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
