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Double Tournois - Maximilien III 4th type
| Copper | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Boisbelle-Henrichemont (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Maximilian III of Bethune (1641-1661) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1642 |
| Value | 2 Deniers (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#54224 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Shield of Henrichemont in a field of lilies. Beginning of legend at 12 o'clock, smooth circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1642.H
Edge
Plain
Comment
Variants of the obverse:M.F.D.BETHVNE.P.S.DHENRICHE. (a)
M.F.DE.BETHVNE.P.S.D'ENRICHE (b)
Variants of the reverse:
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1642.H (1)
+ DOVBLE.TOVRNOIS.1642.H. (2)
Interesting fact
The Double Tournois coin from the Principality of Boisbelle-Henrichemont is interesting because it was issued during a time of great turmoil in France. The Principality was a small state located in the center of France, and it was surrounded by the powerful Kingdom of France. In 1641, the King of France, Louis XIII, died, and his son, Louis XIV, was only four years old. This created a power vacuum that led to a series of conflicts and political intrigues, known as the Fronde, which lasted for several years. Despite this turmoil, the Principality of Boisbelle-Henrichemont was able to maintain its independence and issue its own coins, such as the Double Tournois. This coin is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of the Principality during a time of great uncertainty.
