Definition: Any gold or silver coin issued by the French kings from Louis XIII to Louis XVI and bearing their image on the obverse side, particularly the gold louis d'ors, originally a French form of the Spanish doubloon but varying in value between 10 and 24 livres.
Alright class, settle down, letโs take a look!
Today weโre diving into a word that sounds quite grand,
โLouis,โ itโs called, across the land.
But what does it truly signify? Let's break it down with glee,
The dictionary has given us clarity!
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Itโs not just a name, you see, itโs more than that, my dears,
These coins were minted through countless years.
From Louis XIII to Louis XVI, a royal decree,
Each coin displayed their image, for all the world to see!
The "louis d'ors," a golden sight,
Originally from Spain, shining bright!
A Spanish doubloon, it started as its core,
But valued differently, and so much more.
Ten livres to twenty-four, a fluctuating rate,
A valuable currency, sealed by royal state.
So remember this, my students bright,
โLouisโ refers to coins, with all their golden light!
Do you have any questions about these regal coins? Let's discuss!