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1 Louis d'Or - Louis XV
| Gold (.917) | 12.235 g | - |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XV (1715-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1716-1718 |
| Value | 1 Gold Louis |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 12.235 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16347 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Four crowned shields, the 1st and 4th of France, the 2nd and 3rd of Navarre, arranged in cross and canted with four fleurs-de-lis. Letter of workshop in the center.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CHRS REGN VINC IMP
Comment
This coin bears the name of its creator: the Duc de Noailles, Minister of Finance during the Regency. Interesting fact
The 1 Louis d'Or coin from France, minted during the reign of Louis XV (1716-1718), is interesting because it was the first gold coin to be widely accepted and used in international trade. Its gold content of .917 (22K) made it a reliable and valuable currency, and it became a standard for other gold coins in Europe.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1717 A | 376000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Louis d'Or - Louis XV 1716-1718 coin.
