© CGB
© CGB
¼ Écu - Louis XIII 1st portrait
| Silver (.917) | 6.86 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1642 |
| Value | ¼ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 6.86 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#37775 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT. NOMEN. DOMINI. BENEDICTVM. 1642.
Engraver: Jean Warin
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Écu - Louis XIII (1st portrait) 1641-1642 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. Louis XIII, who was king at the time, was facing opposition from the nobility and the coin was minted as a way to help finance his military campaigns and strengthen his power. Despite the challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of French history and a testament to the country's resilience during difficult times.
