Louis XIV

Gold – Louis d’or à l’ecu – 1691 A Paris – PCGS AU 58 – Treasure of Plozévet

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Louis XIV

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Gold – Louis d’or à l’ecu – 1691 A Paris – PCGS AU 58 – Treasure of Plozévet

4 400

Description:

Coin with all bright original luster. Superb light with golden patina. Splendid example.

Period
Louis XIV
Type
Louis d'or à l'écu
Year
1691
Mint name
Paris
Diameter
24 mm
Weight
6,7 g
Metal
Gold
Grading
PCGS AU 58
Rarity
Very rare
  • 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

  • Comments :

    Coin certified PCGS AU 58 Highest grade. Top population. “Trésor de plozévet” written on slab.

    https://www.pcgseurope.com/cert/44168686

    Coin delivered with original certificate from treasure of plozévet.

    Reformation period. Sign of overstriking from earlier type