Double Sol Parisis - Charles IX (2nd type) 1572 front Double Sol Parisis - Charles IX (2nd type) 1572 back
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Double Sol Parisis - Charles IX 2nd type

1572 year
Silver (.529) 2.55 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Charles IX (1560-1574)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1572
Value
2 Sols (0.1&nbspLP)
Currency
Pound Parisis (987-1667)
Composition
Silver (.529)
Weight
2.55 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#279943
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Three lilies, 2 and 1, under a wreath; workshop letter under the lilies.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + XPS. VINCT. XPS. REGNT. XPS. IMP. 1572.

Translation: Christ conquers, Christ reigns, Christ commands.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Double Sol Parisis - Charles IX (2nd type) 1572 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles IX, who was king from 1560 until his death in 1574. During his reign, France was facing economic challenges, including a shortage of currency and a growing national debt. The Double Sol Parisis was one of several new coin denominations introduced during this time to help address these issues. Despite the challenges, the coin remains a popular collector's item today due to its historical significance and rarity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1572 L 148200 - - - - - -

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