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2 Sols - Louis XVI FRANÇAIS
| Bronze | 23.07 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XVI (1774-1792) |
| Period | Constitutional Monarchy (1791-1792) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1792-1793 |
| Value | 2 Sols (0.1 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.07 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Bundle topped with a Phrygian cap between two oak branches, abutted by 2 / S..
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LA NATION LA LOI LE ROI
2 S
Engraver: Pierre-Benjamin Duvivier
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Sols - Louis XVI (FRANÇAIS) 1792-1793 coin from France is that it was minted during the French Revolution, a time of great political and social upheaval in the country. Despite the turmoil, the coin still features the image of King Louis XVI, who was eventually executed in 1793. This coin is a tangible reminder of the tumultuous period in French history and serves as a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1792 BB | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1793 BB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Sols - Louis XVI (FRANÇAIS) 1792-1793 coin.
