44 Sols - Louis XIV 1709-1714 front 44 Sols - Louis XIV 1709-1714 back
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44 Sols - Louis XIV

 
Silver (.833) 12.92 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Louis XIV (1643-1715)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1709-1714
Value
44 Sols (11⁄5&nbspLT)
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Silver (.833)
Weight
12.92 g
Diameter
33 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#129420
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Crowned shield of France divides date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARGENTINENSIS MONETA NOVA BB

Engraver: Norbert Roettiers

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 44 Sols - Louis XIV 1709-1714 from France made of Silver (.833) weighing 12.92 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Louis XIV, who was known as the "Sun King" and ruled France for over 70 years. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign to promote trade and commerce in France and its colonies. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the French coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the power and influence of the French monarchy during that time.