Franc, buste lauré au grand col rabattu - Louis XIII
1638 year| Silver (.833) | 14.188 g | 34.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1638 |
| Value | 1 Franc |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 14.188 g |
| Diameter | 34.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#37540 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross floriated and fleurdelisée, with K in the center, flanked by four globules.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT. NOMEN. DOMINI. BENEDICTVM.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Franc, buste lauré au grand col rabattu - Louis XIII 1638 from France made of Silver (.833) weighing 14.188 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Louis XIII, who was only 12 years old at the time. Despite his young age, Louis XIII was already showing a strong interest in coinage and minting, and this coin is a testament to his passion for numismatics.
