Louis XIV
Gold – Louis d’or à l’ecu – 1690 S Reims – Treasure of Plozévet
3 900€
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Louis XIV
AU+ / MS+
Gold – Louis d’or à l’ecu – 1690 S Reims – Treasure of Plozévet
3 900€
Description:
Coin with bright original luster. Superb light with golden patina. Flan flaws on the reverse on the crown. Splendid example.
Period
Louis XIV
Type
Louis d'or à l'écu
Year
1690
Mint name
Reims
Diameter
24,2 mm
Weight
6,77 g
Metal
Gold
Rarity
Very rare
Mintage
-
Pedigree :
In September 2021, the press announced some Louis XIII and Louis XIV gold coins, minted in the 17th century, have been found, for the greatest delight of numismatists. Three craftsmen discovered the treasure in 2019. It was hidden in the walls of a manor house in Plozévet, Brittany. Read the article
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Comments :
Coin delivered with original certificate from treasure of plozévet.
Flan neuf : No reformation period. No sign of overstriking from earlier type