© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Denier Parisis - Louis XI 1st issue; PARISIVS CIVIS ND
1467 year| Billon (.106 silver) | 0.98 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XI (1461-1483) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1467 |
| Value | 1 Denier Parisis (1⁄192 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.106 silver) |
| Weight | 0.98 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#421541 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lilied cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: PARISIVS CIVIS
Lettering (regular font): PARISIVS CIVIS
Translation: City of Paris.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier Parisis - Louis XI (1st issue; PARISIVS CIVIS) ND (1467) coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis XI, who was known for his efforts to centralize power and reform the French economy. The use of billon, a silver-copper alloy, in the coin's production was also a common practice during this time period, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver. Despite its relatively low value, this coin is still considered a valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of 15th-century France.
