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Gold Louis with shield - Louis XIV
| Gold (.917) | 6.751 g | 25 mm |
| 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 | 6.751 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16313 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT• NOMEN• DOMINI BENEDICTUM• 1690• P•
Engraver: Joseph Roëttiers
Comment
the reformations are identifiable by a star on the reverse under the shield. Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Louis with shield - Louis XIV 1690-1693 from France is that it was minted during a time when France was transitioning from a feudal society to a modern state. The coin's design, featuring a shield with the fleur-de-lis symbol, represents the new centralized power of the French monarchy under Louis XIV. This coin was also minted during a time of economic growth and cultural flourishing in France, known as the "Grand Siècle," or "Great Century."
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1690 9 | 190000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1690 A | 1182332 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1690 P | 24800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1691 A | 177293 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1692 A | 16162 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1693 A | 245808 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Gold Louis with shield - Louis XIV 1690-1693 coin.
