Quinzain of Bearn - Louis XIV overstrike on Quinzain of Louis XIII
| Billon (.208 silver) | 1.85 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1695-1697 |
| Value | 1 Quinzain (1⁄16 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.208 silver) |
| Weight | 1.85 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#37831 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France-Navarre-Béarn.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .SIT. NOMEN. DOMINI. BENEDICTVM. 1697
Engraver: Joseph Roëttiers
Edge
Plain
Comment
Currency having been overprinted on a quinzain of Louis XIII (new or countermarked douzain). Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quinzain of Bearn - Louis XIV coin is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in France, known as the "Mississippi Bubble," which was a financial crisis caused by the collapse of the French Mississippi Company. Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the rich history and culture of France during that time period.
