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4 sols of "Traitants" - Louis XIV
| Silver (.798) | 1.631 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1674-1679 |
| Value | 4 Sols (⅕ LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.798) |
| Weight | 1.631 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#7555 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Crown above fleur-de-lis cross; mint mark in center.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
•FRAN• ET• NAVARRÆ• REX• 1675
D
Translation: ... King of France and Navarre.
Engraver: François Warin
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 sols coin of Louis XIV is that it was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that were designed to promote the idea of the "Sun King," a symbol of French power and prosperity. The coin's design features a portrait of Louis XIV on one side and the image of a sun on the other, representing the king's association with the celestial body and his role as the bringer of light and prosperity to France.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1674 D | 370376 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1675 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1675 D | 3689250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1676 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1676 D | 4186170 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1677 A | 11021530 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1677 D | 4507665 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 sols of "Traitants" - Louis XIV 1674-1679 coin.
