France
Louis XIII (1610-1643). Gold Half Louis d'or, 1642-A (Paris). Laureate bust right, with long curl. LVD. XIII. D.G star. Rev. Crowned double L's in cross form, fleur-de-lis in angles and mint mark in center (Fr 411; Gadoury 57; KM 125). In PCGS holder graded MS 63, sharply struck with original mint fresh luster and peripheral toning. Value $2,000 - UP