Double Louis d’or of Louis XVI of France (b. 1754-93; r. 1774–1792) 1786
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This gold coin, a Double Louis d'or, was minted in 1786 by French engraver Pierre-Simon-Benjamin Duvivier. It features a profile portrait of Louis XVI, the King of France from 1774-1792. The coin's inscription reads "LUD. XVI. D. G. FR. ET NAV. REX", which translates to "Louis XVI, by the Grace of God, King of France and Navarre". This coin serves as a significant artifact of French numismatics, illustrating the artistry and political significance of coin designs during the reign of Louis XVI.
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