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© PCGS
½ Louis d'Or - Louis XV
| Gold (.917) | 4.84 g | - |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XV (1715-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1718-1720 |
| Value | ½ Gold Louis |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 4.84 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#375732 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Maltese cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CHRISTVS REGNAT VINCIT IMPERAT
Edge
Corded edge.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Louis d'Or - Louis XV 1718-1720 from France is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in France, known as the "Mississippi Bubble," which was a financial crisis caused by the collapse of the French Mississippi Company. Despite this, the coin still maintained its value and remained a popular form of currency during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1719 BB | 49000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1720 W | 7880 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Louis d'Or - Louis XV 1718-1720 coin.
