1787-I France Gold Louis d'Or Louis XVI MS-66 NGC
1787-I France Gold Louis d'Or Louis XVI MS-66 NGC
This gold coin from 1787 offers a window into the final years of the French monarchy before the revolution. Struck under the authority of King Louis XVI, this denomination is known as the Louis d'Or. It was produced at the Limoges Mint, which is identified on the coin by the single letter I mint mark. Crafted from 0.917 fine gold, the piece contains 0.2255 troy ounces of precious metal. Finding a coin of this era in such an exceptional state of preservation is highly unusual. This particular specimen has been certified in Mint State 66 (MS-66) condition, indicating that its original luster and design details have survived the centuries with minimal wear.
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Specifications
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Year | 1787 |
| Grade | NGC |
| Legal-tender face value | 1 Louis d'Or |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.2255 troy oz |
| Purity | .917 |
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