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Double Tournois - Louis XIII Lyon mint; 3rd type
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1613-1615 |
| 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#52208 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Three lilies placed 2 and 1. Start of legend at 12 o'clock, smooth circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DOVBLE(croix en points)TOVRNOIS(croix en points)(millésime)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois - Louis XIII (Lyon mint; 3rd type) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic turmoil in France. The coin was introduced in 1613, and its production continued until 1615, during the reign of King Louis XIII. At that time, France was facing a severe financial crisis, and the government was struggling to pay its debts. The minting of this coin was a response to the economic challenges of the time, as the government sought to increase the money supply and stimulate trade. Despite the challenges, the coin remained a popular form of currency during its time and is now a sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1614 D | 615108 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1615 D | 763074 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; 3rd type) 1613-1615 coin.
