½ Gold Louis with insignia - Louis XIV 1704-1709 front ½ Gold Louis with insignia - Louis XIV 1704-1709 back
½ Gold Louis with insignia - Louis XIV 1704-1709 photo
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½ Gold Louis with insignia - Louis XIV

 
Gold (.917) 3.376 g 20.5 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Louis XIV (1643-1715)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1704-1709
Value
½ Gold Louis
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
3.376 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#376756
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crossed scepters with crowned fleur-de-lis at angles, circle at center.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHRS REGN VINC IMP
A

Engraver: Jacques Roëttiers

Edge

Corded.Automatically translated

Comment

The reformed sides bear a shell on the reverse.Automatically translated

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Gold Louis with insignia - Louis XIV 1704-1709 from France is that it was minted during a time when France was transitioning from a feudal society to a modern state. Louis XIV, also known as the Sun King, was a powerful and influential monarch who ruled France for over 70 years and brought about significant changes in the country's economy, culture, and politics. The coin's design, which features an image of the king and his insignia, reflects the shift towards a more centralized and powerful monarchy during this time period.