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© CGB
Double Tournois - Louis XIII Tours mint; 17th type
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1638-1639 |
| 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#52712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Three lilies placed 2 and 1. Beginning of legend at 12 o'clock, smooth or beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.(millésime) (1)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois - Louis XIII coin is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in France. The coin was introduced in 1638 as a replacement for the Teston, which had been devalued due to excessive minting. The Double Tournois was intended to restore confidence in the French currency, and it was made of copper, a more affordable metal than the silver used in previous coins. Despite its humble composition, the coin features a detailed portrait of King Louis XIII and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
