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Reverse © Personnel
Douzain - Charles X
| Billon (Ag .240) | 2.07 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles X (claimant) (1589-1590) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1590-1595 |
| Value | 1 Douzain (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (Ag .240) |
| Weight | 2.07 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10066 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Notched cross flanked by four crowns.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT. NOMEN. DNI. BENEDICTVM. 1593
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Douzain - Charles X 1590-1595 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Charles X, who ruled France from 1590 until his death in 1595. During this time, France was facing significant economic challenges, including inflation and a shortage of coinage. The Douzain coin was minted as a response to these challenges, and it was designed to be a more affordable alternative to other coins that were in circulation at the time. Despite its relatively low value, the Douzain coin remains a popular collector's item today, and it is a fascinating piece of French history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1590 P | 55590 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1590 X | 98430 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1591 A | 24480 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1591 D | 122502 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1591 S | 41820 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1592 P | 13770 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1593 D | 1399542 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1593 P | 2088000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1593 S | 2088000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1593 X | 707778 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1594 A | 117300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1594 P | 575382 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1594 S | 352022 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1595 P | 14790 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Douzain - Charles X 1590-1595 coin.
