© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
5 Sous Olot
1641 year| Silver (.931) | 6 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII of France (1641-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1641 |
| Value | 5 Sous (¼) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Silver (.931) |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#110725 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross divides legend, annulet in first and fourth angles, three bezants in second and third angles. Legend around, between beaded circles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VNIVERTAS OLOT 1641
Translation: City of Olot
Interesting fact
The 5 Sous (Olot) coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) made of Silver (.931) weighing 6 g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of King Philip IV of Spain, who ruled from 1621 to 1665. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign to help finance the Spanish military campaigns in Europe and the Americas.
