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Denier Tournois - Charles X Troyes
| Copper | 1.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles X (claimant) (1589-1590) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1590-1594 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#57594 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Beginning of legend at 12 o'clock, circle of 11 mm.
Two lilies, below an S.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DENIER.TOVRNOIS(trèfle couronné).1592
Interesting fact
The Denier Tournois was a coin that was widely used during the reign of Charles X of France, and it was minted in various cities across the country, including Troyes. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of copper, which was a relatively new material for coins at the time. The use of copper in coinage was introduced during the reign of Charles IX, and it was initially met with some resistance, as people were skeptical about the durability and value of copper coins. However, the Denier Tournois coin proved to be popular and reliable, and it remained in circulation for many years.
