1/20 oz 2008 Louis d'or aux deux L Gold Proof Coin | Royal Canadian Mint

1/20 oz 2008 Louis d'or aux deux L Gold Proof Coin | Royal Canadian Mint

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COIN HIGHLIGHTS

Ships individually in protective packaging
Consisting of 1/20 oz of 9999 Fine Gold
Obverse: Features an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Reverse: Features a recreation of the Crowned double-L monogram with three lilies design

During the 17th and 18th centuries, French coins were a cornerstone of commerce in NewFrance. Many were lost in the voyage across the Atlantic, only to become the coveted prize oftreasure hunters centuries later. Such was the case with the 1723 Louis d'or Mirliton and the1726 Louis d'or aux lunettes.

The Louis d'or aux deux L, issued between 1720 and 1723,is one gold coin believed to havesafely crossed the ocean. Historians believe the 1721 issue circulated in the colony, citing asevidence a letter dated July 1, 1721 concerning a shipment of new gold coins to Philippe deRigaud de Vaudreuil, then Governor General of New France.

No archaeological evidence to support this claim has ever been uncovered and the true fate ofthe 1721 Louis d'or on this side of the Atlantic remains as captivating as its successors thatwere claimed by the sea - an elusive treasure waiting to be discovered. As the final issue inthis series of rare coin reproductions, it's an intriguing must-have!

ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT

The Royal Canadian Mint is known as one of the most reputable mints in the world. The Ottawa Branch of the Royal Mint opened in 1908 and was renamed The Royal Canadian Mint in 1931 when control was transferred to the Canadian government. Their high standards for excellence and quality allowed them to be the first refinery to manufacture 9999 fine gold bullion coins in 1982, as well as the first to reach 99999 fine gold purity in 1998.

Specifications

SKU: 4506
Finish: Lightly Used
Mintage: 10000
Year: 2008
Denomination: CAD 1
First Released: 2008
Reverse: Replica of the Deux L gold coin
Obverse: Effigy of Queen Elizabeth II and the words "Elizabeth II Canada 1 Dollar 2008"
Purity: 9999
Manufacturer: Royal Canadian Mint
Country: Canada

Weight: 1/20 oz
Diameter (mm): 14.1

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Secure your 1/20 oz 2008 Louis d'or aux deux L Gold Proof Coin and grow your wealth today! COIN HIGHLIGHTS *Ships individually in protective packaging *Consisting of 1/20 oz of 9999 Fine Gold *Obverse: Features an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II *Reverse: Features a recreation of the Crowned double-L monogram with three lilies design During the 17th and 18th centuries, French coins were a cornerstone of commerce in NewFrance. Many were lost in the voyage across the Atlantic, only to become the coveted prize oftreasure hunters centuries later. Such was the case with the 1723 Louis d'or Mirliton and the1726 Louis d'or aux lunettes. The Louis d'or aux deux L, issued between 1720 and 1723,is one gold coin believed to havesafely crossed the ocean. Historians believe the 1721 issue circulated in the colony, citing asevidence a letter dated July 1, 1721 concerning a shipment of new gold coins to Philippe deRigaud de Vaudreuil, then Governor General of New France. No archaeological evidence to support this claim has ever been uncovered and the true fate ofthe 1721 Louis d'or on this side of the Atlantic remains as captivating as its successors thatwere claimed by the sea - an elusive treasure waiting to be discovered. As the final issue inthis series of rare coin reproductions, it's an intriguing must-have! ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT The Royal Canadian Mint is known as one of the most reputable mints in the world. The Ottawa Branch of the Royal Mint opened in 1908 and was renamed The Royal Canadian Mint in 1931 when control was transferred to the Canadian government. Their high standards for excellence and quality allowed them to be the first refinery to manufacture 9999 fine gold bullion coins in 1982, as well as the first to reach 99999 fine gold purity in 1998.