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Denier Tournois - Louis XIII Villeneuve; 1st type
| Copper | 1.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1617-1618 |
| 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#52776 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Two lilies.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DENIER.TOVRNOIS.(millésime)★ (1)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier Tournois - Louis XIII (Villeneuve; 1st type) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was issued by King Louis XIII in 1617-1618, a period known as the "Louis XIII Renaissance," which saw a resurgence of art, literature, and trade in France. The coin's design, which features an image of the king on one side and a cross on the other, reflects the religious and political themes of the time. Despite being made of copper, a relatively common metal, the coin was still considered a valuable form of currency in its day, with a value of 1/12 of a livre tournois. Today, the coin is a sought-after collector's item, offering a glimpse into the history and culture of 17th-century France.
