Double Gold Florin - Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne 1610 front Double Gold Florin - Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne 1610 back
Double Gold Florin - Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne 1610 photo
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Double Gold Florin - Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne

1610 year
Gold (.952) 6.63 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Sedan (French States)
Prince
Henry of the Tour d'Auvergne (1591-1623)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1610
Value
2 Gold Florin (6)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Gold (.952)
Weight
6.63 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#367464
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross of four towers with crowned H's in angles.

Script: Latin

Lettering: NON EST CONS ADVERSVS DNM 1610

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Double Gold Florin - Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne 1610 from Principality of Sedan (French States) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). Despite the conflict, the Principality of Sedan was able to maintain its independence and issue its own coins, such as this double gold florin, which was worth twice the value of a standard gold florin. This coin is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Sedan during a time of war and political upheaval.