© CGB
© CGB
¼ Écu - Louis XIII
| Silver (.917) | 9.712 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1611-1615 |
| Value | ¼ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 9.712 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#37504 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Shield of France crowned and accosted of II and II.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .SIT. NOMEN. DOMINI. BENEDICTVM - L
Engraver: Nicolas Briot
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Écu - Louis XIII 1611-1615 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. Louis XIII, who ruled France from 1610 to 1643, was only nine years old when he ascended to the throne, and the country was ruled by his regent, Marie de Medici, until he came of age. This period saw the rise of the French nobility and the development of the arts, literature, and culture, which is reflected in the coin's intricate design and craftsmanship. Despite the challenges of the time, the ¼ Écu coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, and its silver content made it a valuable and sought-after commodity.
