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2 Sols of "Traitants" - Louis XIV
| Silver (.798) | 0.815 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1674-1677 |
| Value | 2 Sols (0.1 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.798) |
| Weight | 0.815 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#37931 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Two lilies and A set 2 and 1 under a wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: D• G• FR• ET• NA• REX• 16 - 74
Translation: ... by God's grace Klng of France and Navarre.
Engraver: François Warin
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Sols coin of Louis XIV from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. Louis XIV, also known as the Sun King, ruled France from 1643 to 1715 and implemented a number of reforms that helped to centralize power and stabilize the economy. The coinage of this period reflects the increased standardization and control of the French monetary system during this time.
