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© CGB
Double Tournois - Charles VII ND
1431 year| Silver | 1.359 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VII (1422-1461) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1431 |
| Value | 2 Deniers (1⁄120 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.359 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8630 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Plain cross in a trefoil (or ball) polylobe
Lettering: (Rose) DVPLEX:TVRONVS:FRANCIE
Interesting fact
The Double Tournois coin was minted during the reign of Charles VII of France, who was known as "Charles the Victorious" for his military victories, including the defeat of the English at the Battle of Formigny in 1450. Despite his military successes, Charles VII faced financial difficulties during his reign, which led to the minting of this coin with a lower silver content than previous issues. This coin was used as a means of addressing the financial crisis, but it ultimately contributed to inflation and devaluation of the currency.
