Double Tournois - Charles I (17th type) 1636 front Double Tournois - Charles I (17th type) 1636 back
Double Tournois - Charles I (17th type) 1636 photo
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Double Tournois - Charles I 17th type

1636 year
Copper 2.5 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Arches-Charleville (French States)
Prince
Charles I Gonzaga-Nevers (1606-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1636
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
References
Numista
N#54137
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.D.CHARLLEV.1636

Unabridged legend: Double de Charleville.

Edge

Plain

Comment

Variants of the obverse:
CHARLES.I.DVC.D.MANT.S.DAR. (a)
(rose)CHARLES.I.DVC.D.MANT.S.DAR. (b)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Double Tournois - Charles I (17th type) 1636 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 typically found on other coins of the same denomination and era. This shield is located on the reverse side of the coin, beneath the crowned shield with the French royal coat of arms. This distinctive feature makes the coin stand out among other coins of the same period and region, and it serves as a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the Principality of Arches-Charleville.