© pimmy (CC BY-NC-SA)
© pimmy (CC BY-NC-SA)
Douzain - Charles X two C
| Billon (Ag .240) | 1.9 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles X (claimant) (1589-1590) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1590-1594 |
| Value | 1 Douzain (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (Ag .240) |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#31342 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Indented cross, confined to 1 and 4 of a lily, 2 and 3 of a crown.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ☩ SIT · NOMEN · DOMINI · BENEDIC · 1593
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord
Comment
Variations of legends are known, as well as differences of positino for the mint mark.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Douzain - Charles X (two C) 1590-1594 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 1589 to 1594. During his reign, Charles X faced significant challenges, including a severe economic crisis and religious tensions between Catholics and Protestants. Despite these challenges, the Douzain coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout France.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1591 B | 89760 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1592 O | 34986 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1593 O | 1262734 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1594 B | 183090 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Douzain - Charles X (two C) 1590-1594 coin.
