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½ Écu - Louis XV
| Silver (.917) | 15.296 g | 34.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XV (1715-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1716-1718 |
| Value | ½ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 15.296 g |
| Diameter | 34.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#5541 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Round French crowned shield
SIT.NOMEN.DOMINI - B - BENEDICTVM (Mm) 1716
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SITNOMENDOMINI BENEDICTVM·1716·
·B·
Edge
Recessed edge.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINE SALVVM FAC REGEM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Écu - Louis XV 1716-1718 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. Louis XV, who ruled France from 1715 to 1774, implemented a number of reforms aimed at strengthening the French economy and military, which led to increased trade and commerce, and a growing demand for currency. As a result, coins like the ½ Écu became more widely used and played an important role in everyday transactions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1718 9 | 871136 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Écu - Louis XV 1716-1718 coin.
