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Vaquette - Louis XIII 3rd type
| Billon (.206 silver) | 0.784 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1642 |
| Value | ¾ Denier (1⁄320 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.206 silver) |
| Weight | 0.784 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#37348 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross quartered with 1, 6, 4, 1 within a trefoil quatrefoil.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .GRATIA. DEI. SVM. ID. Q. S
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Vaquette - Louis XIII (3rd type) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political turmoil in France. The coin was issued in 1641-1642, during the reign of Louis XIII, who was facing financial difficulties due to the Thirty Years' War and the Fronde, a civil war that lasted from 1648 to 1653. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and design, featuring an elegant portrait of the king on one side and the French coat of arms on the other. This coin is a testament to the resilience and artistry of the French people during a time of great adversity.
