½ Gold Louis with 8 Ls - Louis XIV 1668-1682 front ½ Gold Louis with 8 Ls - Louis XIV 1668-1682 back
½ Gold Louis with 8 Ls - Louis XIV 1668-1682 photo
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½ Gold Louis with 8 Ls - Louis XIV

 
Gold (.917) 3.376 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Louis XIV (1643-1715)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1668-1682
Value
½ Gold Louis
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
3.376 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#377691
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross formed of eight Ls leaning two by two, crowned, cantoned with four lilies.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHRS. REGN. VINC. IMP.
A

Engravers: Jean Warin, François Warin

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Gold Louis with 8 Ls - Louis XIV 1668-1682 from France is that it was minted during a time when France was experiencing a period of economic prosperity and cultural flourishing, known as the "Grand Siècle." This coin is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of France during that time.