© CGB
© CGB
Double tournois - Honoré II
1653 year| Copper | 2.12 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Honoré II (1612-1662) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1653 |
| Value | 2 Deniers (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (781-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.12 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#367806 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
In the field 3 rockets.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOVBLE TOVRNOIS . 1653
Engraver: Antoine Montrrozat
Edge
Plain
Comment
For further information, see CGB numismatic bulletin 231, June 2023, pages 34 and 35.https://flips.cgb.fr/bn231/
Interesting fact
The Double Tournois coin from Monaco, issued in 1653 during the reign of Honoré II, is one of the smallest coins ever minted, with a diameter of only 12 millimeters. Despite its small size, it was a significant coin in its time and remains a valuable collector's item today.
