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15 Deniers - Louis XIV
| Billon (.208 silver) | 1.223 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1710-1713 |
| Value | 1 Quinzain (1⁄16 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.208 silver) |
| Weight | 1.223 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#37832 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 66% |
Reverse
Cross clefed, with three bezants placed in trefoil at the end of each arm, canted by four lilies diverging from the center.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .PIECE. DE. XV DENIERS.
Engraver: Norbert Roettiers
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 15 Deniers - Louis XIV 1710-1713 coin from France is that it was minted during a time when the country was experiencing economic difficulties, and the government was forced to debase the currency by reducing the silver content of the coins. Despite this, the coin still maintains a collectible value among numismatists today due to its historical significance and rarity.
