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Double Sol - Philip II
| Billon | 2.93 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | County of Roussillon (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1593-1598 |
| Value | 2 Sols (24) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.93 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#45671 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Saint John the Baptist standing facing, holding the Paschal lamb; in the left field P - P, cross and two rings.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +°INTER.NATOS+MVLIERVM° | P-P
Translation: Among the children of women...
Comment
Coin countermarked during the French occupation (1642-1659) from 1648.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Sol coin from County of Roussillon is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was issued by Philip II, who was the King of Spain and King of France, and it was used as a way to standardize currency across the different regions of France. The use of Billon, a type of alloy made from a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals, was also a significant innovation in coinage at the time. Despite its small weight of 2.93 grams, the Double Sol was an important denomination in the French monetary system and played a significant role in the economy of the time.
