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Double tournois dit "niquet" - Charles VI dit "le fou" ND
1421 year| Billon (.119 silver) | 2.175 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VI (1380-1422) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1421 |
| Value | 2 Deniers (1⁄120 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.119 silver) |
| Weight | 2.175 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#75367 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Cross
Lettering: +DVPLEX•TVRONS•FRACIE
Translation: Double French tournaments.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles VI of France, who was also known as "Charles the Mad." This nickname was given to him due to his mental health issues, which were said to have been caused by a combination of factors, including the stress of ruling and a possible genetic predisposition. Despite his struggles with mental health, Charles VI was able to maintain his power and influence as king, and his coinage, such as the Double Tournois, remains a testament to his legacy.
