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Double Tournois - Louis XIII La Rochelle mint; 16th type
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1639-1640 |
| Value | 2 Deniers (1⁄120 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#52199 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Three lilies placed 2 and 1. Beginning of legend at 12 o'clock, beaded circle or dashes.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+.DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1639. (1)
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1639 (2)
+ DOVBLE(4 points)TOVRNOIS(4 points)(millésime) (3)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois - Louis XIII coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic turmoil in France. The country was experiencing high inflation and a shortage of coinage, which led to the minting of this coin with a lower weight and value than previous versions. Despite these challenges, the coin still features a beautiful design, including an image of King Louis XIII on one side and the coat of arms of France on the other. This coin is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the French people during difficult times.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1639 H | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Double Tournois - Louis XIII (La Rochelle mint; 16th type) 1639-1640 coin.
