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Double Tournois - Louis XIII Villeneuve mint; 4th type
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1621-1626 |
| 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#52771 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Start of legend at 12 o'clock, smooth circle.
Nota :
- Vintages 1621 and 1622 have Zs instead of 2s.
- Vintage 1626 is made with small punches of 1 and 2.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.(millésime)★ (1)
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.(millésime).(2)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Tournois - Louis XIII (Villeneuve mint; 4th type) coin is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in France. The coin was introduced in 1621, and its production continued until 1626, during the reign of King Louis XIII. The coin's minting was a response to the economic difficulties faced by the French people, who were struggling with inflation and a shortage of small denomination coins. The Double Tournois was intended to address these issues, and it was widely used in trade and commerce. Despite its humble beginnings, the coin has become a sought-after collector's item, with some rare specimens selling for thousands of dollars.
