© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Denier - Louis XIV Barcelona,bust Louis XIII
1643 year| Copper | 1 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV of France (1643-1652) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 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 |
| Numista | N#110752 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Long cross divides legend, annulet in first and fourth angles, three bezants in second and third angles. Legend around, in beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BARCINO CIVI 1643
Translation: City of Barcelona
Interesting fact
The Denier - Louis XIV (Barcelona, bust Louis XIII) 1643 coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) is notable for its unique design, which features a bust of Louis XIII on the obverse (front) side, while the reverse (back) side bears the inscription "CIVITAS BARCINONA" (City of Barcelona) and the coat of arms of Barcelona. This design was used during the reign of Louis XIV, who was the King of France from 1643 to 1715, and was also the Count of Barcelona and other territories in the Spanish States. The use of the bust of Louis XIII on the coin was likely a tribute to his predecessor and father, who had died in 1643, the same year that Louis XIV ascended to the throne.
