France 1 ecu Louis XIV Rouen Mint Gad-229 AU PCGS silver coin 1711 B

This 1711 France 1 ecu silver coin, Gad-229, struck at the Rouen Mint with mintmark B, represents the reign of King Louis XIV, the Sun King. Certified PCGS AU, this historic French crown features an impressive right-facing portrait of the monarch, with flowing curled hair, a classical wig, ornate armor, and a draped shoulder, surrounded by his Latin royal titles. The reverse displays an elaborate royal crown above two richly decorated oval shields, accompanied by fleur-de-lis ornaments, a central B mintmark, and a radiant sun symbol. Louis XIV ruled France from 1643 to 1715, transforming Versailles into a magnificent royal residence and establishing one of Europe's most influential absolute monarchies. The coin's detailed Baroque engraving, surviving silver surfaces, and distinguished historical background make it a fascinating example of early eighteenth-century French currency and an appealing acquisition for collectors of royal coinage.

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