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1721 French Louis d'Or from China

Iconic gold louis d'or from Louis XV's early reign, featuring sun king motifs. This coin is classified under HTS 9705.31.00.10 as a gold numismatic piece over 250 years old, key to French monetary history collections. Its rarity drives high collector demand.

Duty Rate — China → United States

7.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))

Import Tips

Include third-party assay reports confirming gold fineness (typically 0.900+ for period coins)

Declare as 'collectors' item' explicitly on entry forms to prevent bullion treatment

Monitor EU export certificates if sourced from France, impacting U.S. import eligibility

1721 French Louis d'Or from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9705.31.00.10