© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
2 Constantin d'or - Louis Constantine of Rohan
1759 year| Gold | 16.25 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Strasbourg (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Louis Constantine of Rohan (1756-1779) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1759 |
| Value | 2 Constantin d'or (10) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 16.25 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#377418 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned oval mantled arms, cardinal hat above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENERE SEDE VIRTUTE CORUSCUS 1759
Edge
Series of lozenges and ermine tails.
Comment
J.G. = Jean Gamot.Double constantin = 48 livres = 22 florins.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Constantin d'or coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France, specifically during the French Revolution. Despite the upheaval, the coin still features the image of Louis Constantine of Rohan, who was a prominent bishop and member of the French nobility. This highlights the complex and sometimes contradictory nature of French history during this period, where symbols of the old regime and the Catholic Church continued to be used even as the country underwent significant political and social changes.
