Double of France - Godefroy Maurice 1683 front Double of France - Godefroy Maurice 1683 back
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Double of France - Godefroy Maurice

1683 year
Billon 2.82 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Bouillon (Bouillon, French States)
Duke
Godefroy Maurice de La Tour d'Auvergne (1676-1721)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1683
Value
2 Deniers (1⁄120)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.82 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#74532
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

In three lines in the field; below three lilies placed 2 and 1 with a crown in the middle; 16-83 alongside the lower lily.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOVBLE
.DE.
.FRANC. C.
1683

Translation: Double of France.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Double of France - Godefroy Maurice 1683 from Duchy of Bouillon (Bouillon, French States) made of Billon weighing 2.82 g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was issued during the reign of King Louis XIV, who was known for his lavish spending and military conquests. As a result, the French economy was facing significant challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency. Despite these challenges, the Double of France - Godefroy Maurice 1683 coin remained a popular and widely used denomination, reflecting the resilience and adaptability of the French people during this time.