Gold Louis of Bearn with shield - Louis XIV 1690-1693 front Gold Louis of Bearn with shield - Louis XIV 1690-1693 back
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Gold Louis of Bearn with shield - Louis XIV

 
Gold (.917) 6.69 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Louis XIV (1643-1715)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1690-1693
Value
1 Gold Louis
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
6.69 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#362961
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Arms of France and Navarre Bearn.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTVM 1693

Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Gold Louis of Bearn with shield - Louis XIV 1690-1693 from France is that it was minted during a time when France was experiencing significant economic and political changes. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis XIV, who was known as the "Sun King" and was instrumental in establishing France as a major European power. The coin's design features a shield with the fleur-de-lis, which symbolizes the French monarchy, and the Latin inscription "Ludovicus XIV Dei Gratia" meaning "Louis XIV, by the grace of God." The coin's mintage was limited, and it is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.