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6 Sols - Louis XV
| Silver (.917) | 1.2 g | 17.1 mm |
| Issuer | Windward Islands (Overseas France) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XV (1715-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1731-1732 |
| Value | 6 Sols (0.3 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 17.1 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#69099 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Territory name withlily flowers at both sides and one at center bottom with elongated ornamentations and date at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ISLES
DU
VENT
1731
Translation: Islands of the wind
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Sols - Louis XV 1731-1732 coin from Windward Islands (Overseas France) is that it was minted during a time when the Windward Islands were still a French colony, and the coinage was under the authority of the French West India Company. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was minted specifically for use in the French colonies in the Caribbean, and its design and composition reflect the unique cultural and economic context of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1731 H | 900000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1732 H | 180000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Sols - Louis XV 1731-1732 coin.
