½ Gold Louis with four Ls - Louis XIV 1695 front ½ Gold Louis with four Ls - Louis XIV 1695 back
½ Gold Louis with four Ls - Louis XIV 1695 photo
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½ Gold Louis with four Ls - Louis XIV

1695 year
Gold (.917) 3.37 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Louis XIV (1643-1715)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1695
Value
½ Gold Louis
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
3.37 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#343338
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Four crowned fleurs-de-lis, arranged in a cross; four Ls in the corners. In the heart, the workshop letter, within a circle.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHRS.REGN.VINC.IMP. 🌙
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Engraver: Joseph Roëttiers

Interesting fact

The ½ Gold Louis with four Ls - Louis XIV 1695 from France is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known to exist. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Louis XIV, who was known as the "Sun King" and ruled France for over 70 years. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the French coat of arms on the other, with the four Ls representing the king's name and title. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1695 D 54676 - - - - - -

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