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4 Sols with 2 Ls of Bearn - Louis XIV
| Silver (.7983) | 1.631 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1691-1698 |
| Value | 4 Sols (⅕ LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.7983) |
| Weight | 1.631 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 14 March 1702 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Two L's intertwined and affronted, between three lilies two and one, under a crown.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINE. SALVVM. FAC. REGEM.
Translation: Lord, save the King.
Engraver: Joseph Roëttiers
Edge
Plain
Comment
Domine, salvum fac regem (Lord, save the King) is a motet which was sung as a de facto royal anthem in France during the Ancien Régime.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Louis XIV, who was known as the "Sun King" and ruled France for over 70 years. During his reign, he promoted the use of silver as a symbol of wealth and power, which is reflected in the composition of this coin. Additionally, the coin's design features the image of a crowned fleur-de-lis, which was a symbol of French royalty and power.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1696 | 14040 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1697 | 7572 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1698 | 4248 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Sols with 2 Ls of Bearn - Louis XIV 1691-1698 coin.
