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Louis XIII, 1601-1643, King of France 1610 [obverse]

Pierre Regnier

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a gold coin. The coin features a profile of a figure with curly hair wearing a laurel wreath, facing to the right. The inscribed letters around the perimeter read "LVD XIIII D G FRAN CORVM ET NAVAR REX". The craftsmanship of the coin showcases detailed rendering of the hair and clear lettering. The surface of the coin shows slight wear, indicating its age and usage.

Artwork Details

Date
1624
Medium
gilded bronze
Dimensions
3693 × 3693 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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