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Double of Sedan - Frédéric-Maurice 13th type
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Sedan (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Frédéric Maurice de La Tour d'Auvergne (1626-1642) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1634-1638 |
| Value | 2 Deniers (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#54055 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 40% |
Reverse
Below, a large tower, surmounted by a lily, with around seven lilies. Beginning of legend at 7 o'clock, beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DOVBLE.DE.SEDAN.1636
Edge
Plain
Comment
Obverse variants: (flower)F.M.D.L.TOVR.DVC.D.BVILLON (a)F.M.D.L.TOVR.DVC.D.BVILLON. (b)
Reverse variants:
+ DOVBLE.DE.SEDAN.1637 (1)
+ DVBLE.DE.SEDAN.1638 (2)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Double of Sedan - Frédéric-Maurice (13th type) 1634-1638 from Principality of Sedan (French States) made of Copper weighing 2.5 g is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). This conflict had a profound impact on the political and economic landscape of the continent, and the coin's minting can be seen as a reflection of the economic and political instability of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1635 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Double of Sedan - Frédéric-Maurice (13th type) 1634-1638 coin.
