1756 Gold Louis D'OR King Louis XV NGC AU 58

$13,163.00 USD

The Louis D'OR coins were introduced by Louis XIII of France in 1640 and were named after the king, meaning "Louis' gold" in French. These coins were minted during a period when France was a dominant European power. The 1756 Louis D'OR reflects the wealth and prestige of the French monarchy under the reign of Louis XV.

The obverse of the coin features a portrait of King Louis XV facing left. The legend around the portrait reads "LUD • XV • D • G • FR • ET NAV • REX," which translates to "Louis XV, by the grace of God, King of France and Navarre".

The reverse design includes the crown above the arms of France and Navarre. The legend "CHRS • REGN • VINC • IMPER" stands for "Christ reigns, conquers, commands".

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