© iNumis
© iNumis
Denier Tournois - Louis XIII Nantes; 2nd type
| Copper | 1.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1614-1616 |
| 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#52455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Beginning of legend at 12 o'clock, circled.
Two lilies, below a T.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ DENIER.TOVRNOIS.(millésime) (1)
+ DENIER.TOVRNOIS.(rose).(millésime) (2)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier Tournois - Louis XIII (Nantes; 2nd type) 1614-1616 from France is that it was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of a king of France, Louis XIII, on its obverse side. This was a departure from the traditional design of coins at the time, which typically featured an image of the king on horseback or a coat of arms. The portrait of Louis XIII was designed by the French engraver and medalist, Nicolas Briot, and it is considered to be one of the most iconic and recognizable coin designs of the Renaissance period.
