FRANCE. 1/2 Louis dOr, 1717-A. Paris Mint. Louis XV. PCGS Genuine--Cleaned, Unc Details Gold Shield. Fr-451; KM-430.1 (cataloged as a Louis dOr); Gad-335. The <em>demi-louis dor de Noailles</em> type, with a dot under the "LVD" to indicate the first semester of production. A one-year type in constant demand, this example displays full design detail with vibrant copper-orange toning accents on both sides. While once cleaned, the hairlines remain difficult to see with the naked eye and do little to diminish the magnificent appearance.<p>