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Gold Louis with wig and eight Ls - Louis XIV
1658 year| Gold (.917) | 6.69 g | - |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1658 |
| Value | 1 Gold Louis |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 6.69 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#27881 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross formed of eight leaning Ls, each arm crowned, with workshop letter in heart within a circle, cantoned by four lilies diverging from the center.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .CHRS. .REGN. .VINC. .IMP.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Louis with wig and eight Ls - Louis XIV 1658 from France 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. The coin's design features a portrait of the king with a wig and eight Ls, which symbolize his name and royal status. The coin was made of gold (.917) and weighs 6.69 grams, making it a valuable and collectible piece of numismatic history.
