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Quinzain of Bearn with 8 Ls - Louis XIV
| Billon (.208 silver) | 1.85 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1692-1700 |
| 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#37830 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France-Navarre-Béarn.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .SIT. NOMEN. DOMINI. BENEDICTVM. 1697
Engraver: Joseph Roëttiers
Edge
Plain
Comment
Coin that was struck on a new blank or on a previous dozen. Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quinzain of Bearn with 8 Ls - Louis XIV 1692-1700 from France is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in France, known as the "Mississippi Bubble," which was caused by the collapse of the French Mississippi Company's stock. Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, featuring an intricate design of King Louis XIV on one side and the coat of arms of Bearn on the other.
