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⅛ Ecu - Henry IV Crowned arms cross
| Silver (.917) | 4.8 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (Henri IV) (1589-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1590-1610 |
| Value | ⅛ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#285558 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France accosted by V - III; workshop letter at the point of the shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ SIT · NOMEN · DOMINI · BENEDICTVM
V III
C
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅛ Ecu - Henry IV (Crowned arms cross) coin from France is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. Henry IV, who ruled from 1589 to 1610, implemented a number of reforms aimed at stabilizing the French economy and strengthening the country's finances. The introduction of this coin, which was made of silver and had a relatively low denomination, was likely part of these efforts to promote economic growth and stability. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1590 C | 5897 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1591 C | 7298 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1602 C | 26989 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1603 C | 123606 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1605 C | 171241 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1606 C | 14184 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1607 C | 80514 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1608 C | 65545 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅛ Ecu - Henry IV (Crowned arms cross) 1590-1610 coin.
