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Douzain - Louis XIII
| Billon (Ag .240) | 2.39 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1625-1629 |
| Value | 1 Douzain (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (Ag .240) |
| Weight | 2.39 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#37351 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Scalloped cross with four coronets.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT NOMEN. DOMINI. BENEDIC 1628
Engraver: Nicolas Briot
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Douzain - Louis XIII 1625-1629 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the country. The coin was introduced as a replacement for the Teston, which had been the standard coin of France since the 15th century. The Douzain was meant to be a more stable currency, with a higher silver content than the Teston, but it still struggled to gain acceptance among the population. Despite its challenges, the Douzain remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
