Double Tournois - Charles I (6th type) 1634 front Double Tournois - Charles I (6th type) 1634 back
Double Tournois - Charles I (6th type) 1634 photo
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Double Tournois - Charles I 6th type

1634 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
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
References
Numista
N#54117
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

In the field two lilies, below a crowned alerion. Beginning of legend at 12 o'clock, beaded outer circle, smooth inner circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1634

Edge

Plain

Comment

Variants of the obverse:
CAROLVS.GONZ.D.M.ET.PRIN.AR. (a)
CAROLVS.GONZ.D.M.PRIN.ARC (b)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Double Tournois - Charles I (6th type) 1634 coin from Principality of Arches-Charleville (French States) is that it features a unique design element. The coin's obverse side bears an image of King Charles I, while the reverse side features a crowned shield with the arms of the Principality of Arches-Charleville. This distinctive design was used to signify the coin's issuance by the Principality, which was a small state within the French States. This feature makes the coin stand out among other coins issued during the same period, and it has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.