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Double Tournois - Louis XIII Lyon mint; 1st type
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1611-1615 |
| 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#52206 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
Reverse
Three lilies placed 2 and 1.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DOVBLE(croix en points)TOVRNOIS(croix en points)(millésime) (1)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois - Louis XIII (Lyon mint; 1st type) coin is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in France. The coin was introduced in 1611 as a replacement for the Teston, which had been devalued due to excessive minting. The Double Tournois was meant to restore confidence in the French currency, and it was made of copper, a more durable and less expensive metal than the silver used in previous coins. Despite its introduction during a difficult period, the Double Tournois - Louis XIII coin remained in circulation for several decades and is now a sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1615 D | 760908 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Lyon mint; 1st type) 1611-1615 coin.
