© Lhuerre
© Lhuerre
20 Sols Siege of Tournai
1709 year| Silver | 6.15 g | - |
| Issuer | City under siege of Tournai (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | War of the Spanish Succession (1701-1714) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1709 |
| Value | 20 Sols (1) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.15 g |
| Size | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#18057 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
View of Tournai; in front of barracks and two cannons
Script: Latin
Lettering: TORNEY
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin is particularly interesting because in addition to the inscription TORNEY, it presents a view of the besieged city which was engraved by handInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Sols (Siege of Tournai) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and conflict. The Siege of Tournai was a significant event in the War of the Spanish Succession, which lasted from 1701 to 1714. The city of Tournai was under siege by French forces, and the coin was likely minted as a way to finance the military efforts and support the local economy during this time of crisis. Despite the challenges and hardships faced during this period, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the people of Tournai.