1790 Gold Louis D'OR King Louis XVI NGC MS 62

$6,683.00 USD

The Louis D'OR was minted during the reign of King Louis XVI, from 1774 to 1792. The coinage from this era, including the Louis D'OR, was part of the currency system based on the livre (pound) and reflects the political and economic conditions of pre-revolutionary France.

The obverse of the coin features the portrait of King Louis XVI.The design includes the inscription "LUD·XVI·D·G·FR·ET NAV·REX," which translates to "Louis XVI, by the grace of God, King of France and Navarre".

The reverse design often showcases the crowned arms of France and Navarre, symbolizing the royal authority and the union of the two regions. The legend on the reverse may include phrases like "CHRS·REGN·VINC·IMPER," which stands for "Christ reigns, conquers, and commands," reflecting the divine right of kingship and the Christian state.