½ Louis d'Or - Louis XVI 1775-1784 front ½ Louis d'Or - Louis XVI 1775-1784 back
½ Louis d'Or - Louis XVI 1775-1784 photo
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½ Louis d'Or - Louis XVI

 
Gold (.917) 4.08 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Louis XVI (1774-1792)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1775-1784
Value
½ Gold Louis
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
4.08 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#362955
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms of France and Navarre in ovals.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CHRS • REGN • VINC • IMPER 1775

Engraver: Pierre-Benjamin Duvivier

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Louis d'Or - Louis XVI 1775-1784 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was introduced in 1775, just a few years before the French Revolution, which began in 1789 and led to the overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of a new government. Despite the turmoil of this period, the coin remained in circulation until 1784, when it was replaced by a new coinage system. This coin is a tangible reminder of the complex history of France during this time and serves as a fascinating piece of numismatic history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1775 A 585 - - - - - -
1776 L 683 - - - - - -
1777 I 2241 - - - - - -
1784 A 766 - - - - - -

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 XVI 1775-1784 coin.