Denier - Louis XIII (Olot) ND (1642-1643) front Denier - Louis XIII (Olot) ND (1642-1643) back
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Denier - Louis XIII Olot ND

 
Copper 1 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States)
King
Louis XIII of France (1641-1643)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1642-1643
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Copper
Weight
1 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#110748
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Shield. Legend around, between solid and beaded circles.

Interesting fact

The Louis XIII Denier coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) is interesting because it was issued during a time of political turmoil. The coin was minted in 1642-1643, during the reign of Louis XIII, who was the King of France and Navarre. However, the coin was not minted in France, but rather in the Principality of Catalonia, which was a region in Spain that had its own mint and coinage. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was issued during a time of political upheaval, and it serves as a reminder of the complex history of Europe during the 17th century.