3 Sous Louis XVI
1781 year| Billon | 2.185 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Islands of France and Bonaparte › Isles de France and de Bourbon (1649-1806) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XVI (1774-1792) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1781 |
| Value | 3 Sols (3⁄20) |
| Currency | Livre Tournois (1721-1810) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.185 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#35730 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 61% |
Reverse
Denomination and date within a circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ISLES DE FR.ET DE BOURBON
3
SOUS
1781
A
Unabridged legend: Isles de France Et De Bourbon
Translation: Isles of France and Bourbon
Engraver: Pierre-Benjamin Duvivier
Edge
Plain
Comment
One year only issue. Islands also known as Îles de France et Bourbon before Napoléon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Louis XVI, who was the last king of France before the French Revolution. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the French coat of arms on the other. It was made of billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, and weighs 2.185 grams. Despite its small size and relatively low value, this coin is a significant piece of history and a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of France during the 18th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1781 A | 6720000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Sous (Louis XVI) 1781 coin.