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6 Deniers - Louis XV Nouvelle France
1717 year| Bronze | 6.118 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | New France (Canadian provinces) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XV (1715-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1717 |
| Value | 6 Deniers = ½ Sol = 1⁄40 Pound Tournois |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.118 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33126 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value and date inside a dotted circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VI
DENIERS
COLONIES
1717
Q
Engraver: Norbert Roettiers
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Perpignan mint was to issue 3 million 6 deniers minted for the French colonies. The copper used was of poor quality and production was stopped.Known examples usually have flan cracks and may have surface pitting.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Deniers - Louis XV (Nouvelle France) 1717 coin is that it was minted during a time when New France, now known as the Canadian provinces, was still a French colony. This coin was part of the first coinage system introduced in New France, and it was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions. Despite being made of bronze, the coin was still considered valuable and played an important role in the economy of the time. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, providing a glimpse into the rich history of Canada's early days.
