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Seiseno - Louis XIII Gerona
| Copper | 3.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII of France (1641-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1642-1646 |
| Value | 1 Seiseno (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Libra |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#44691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Lozenge shield.Legend around, between beaded circles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +CIVITAS GERVNDA·1642
Translation: City of Gerona
Interesting fact
The Seiseno - Louis XIII coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) is notable for its unique design, which features a crowned shield with the arms of Catalonia on one side and a portrait of King Louis XIII on the other. This coin was minted during a time of political tension between Catalonia and the Spanish monarchy, and its design reflects the complex political landscape of the region during that period.
