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Double Tournois - Charles I 7th 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#54119 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
In the field two lilies above a crowned alerion. Start of legend at 12 o'clock.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1634
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois - Charles I (7th type) 1634 coin from Principality of Arches-Charleville (French States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political turmoil in France. The coin was issued during the reign of King Louis XIII, who was facing financial difficulties due to the Thirty Years' War and the French Wars of Religion. As a result, the coin was made of copper, which was a less valuable metal than the silver or gold coins that were previously used. Despite this, the coin still features a beautiful design, with an image of King Charles I on one side and the coat of arms of the Principality of Arches-Charleville on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of French history, and it serves as a reminder of the economic and political challenges faced by France during this time period.
