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© CGB
Double Tournois - Louis XIII Paris mint; 2nd type
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1620-1626 |
| 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#52484 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 61% |
Reverse
Start of legend at 12 o'clock, smooth circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+.DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.(millésime). (1)
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.(millésime). (2)
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.(millésime) (3)
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS (millésime) (4)
+.DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.(millésime): (5)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois - Louis XIII (Paris mint; 2nd type) coin is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in France. The coin was introduced in 1620 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 these efforts, the coin still faced challenges, as the metal content was not always consistent, and counterfeiting was a concern. Despite these challenges, the Double Tournois remained in circulation until 1626 and is now a sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1621 A | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Paris mint; 2nd type) 1620-1626 coin.
