# Gold coin discoveries in France

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gold-coin-discoveries-in-france
> Updated: 2026-09-05T10:18:10.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Construction workers in northwestern France discovered a hoard of 239 gold coins hidden in a metal box and a bag within the walls and beams of an ancient mansion. 

Archaeological authorities verified the coins were minted between 1638 and 1692 during the reigns of Kings Louis XIII and Louis XIV. The collection includes rare items, such as a Louis gold coin featuring a Templar Cross and a coin from the Dijon workshop, with one specific coin estimated to be worth approximately 15,000 euros. The mansion, which dates to the 13th century, is located in the Brittany region near the Iroise Sea.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-05: France: 239 gold coins discovered in ancient mansion

Workers renovating an ancient French mansion discovered 239 gold coins from the reigns of Louis XIII and Louis XIV, hidden in walls and beams, valued at over 9 billion VND.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/france-239-gold-coins-discovered-in-ancient-mansion

### 2026-08-08: Morez officials discover gold treasure in old house renovation

Local officials in Morez, France, discovered gold bars and over 1,000 gold coins hidden in jam jars and a safe while renovating a house purchased by the municipality.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/morez-officials-discover-gold-treasure-in-old-house-renovation

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