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Double Tournois - Charles I 11th type
1634 year| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Arches-Charleville (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Charles I Gonzaga-Nevers (1606-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1634 |
| 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#54125 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
In the field three lilies. Start of legend at 12 o'clock. Double circle divided by eight pellets.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DOVBLE°TOVRNOIS°1634
Edge
Plain
Comment
A variant of the obverse has a crosslet near the bust.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois - Charles I (11th type) 1634 coin from Principality of Arches-Charleville (French States) is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Principality of Arches-Charleville, which is not commonly found on other coins of the same era. This shield is located on the reverse side of the coin, beneath the crowned shield with the French royal coat of arms. This feature sets the coin apart from other coins of the same type and makes it a distinctive and interesting piece for collectors.
