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Double Tournois - Louis XIII Tours mint; 19th 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#52714 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 67% |
Reverse
Three lilies placed 2 and 1.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.(millésime). (1)
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.(millésime) (2)
+ DOVBLE TOVRNOIS (millésime) (3)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois - Louis XIII (Tours mint; 19th type) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic turmoil in France. The coin was issued in 1639-1640, during the reign of Louis XIII, and its production was likely impacted by the ongoing Wars of Religion between Catholics and Protestants, which had caused widespread devastation and disrupted trade. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and historical significance, making it a valuable addition to any collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1639 E | 1109760 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Tours mint; 19th type) 1639-1640 coin.
