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½ Sol - Louis XV 3rd portrait
| Copper | 6 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XV (1715-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1768-1774 |
| Value | 1 Sizain (1⁄40 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#4945 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with three fleur-de-lis
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1771 FRANCAE ET NAVARRAE REX
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Engraver: Charles Norbert Roettiers
Edge
Slick
Interesting fact
The ½ Sol - Louis XV (3rd portrait) coin from France, minted between 1768 and 1774, features a unique design element. The obverse side bears an image of King Louis XV in a ceremonial costume, while the reverse side shows the coat of arms of France surrounded by the motto "L'union fait la force" ( Unity makes strength). This coin was minted during a time of significant social and political change in France, including the rise of the Enlightenment and the early stages of the French Revolution.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1770 S | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1771 V | 196120 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1772 N | 1418305 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1773 I | 802992 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1773 S | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1774 A | 69536 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1774 AA | 585272 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1774 I | 314820 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Sol - Louis XV (3rd portrait) 1768-1774 coin.
