© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
½ Ecu - Honoré II
| Silver | 13 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Honoré II (1612-1662) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1652-1653 |
| Value | ½ Ecu (Scudo) (1.5) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (781-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#360531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX. VALENT: PAR Ꞩ FRANCIÆ. &C. 1652
Engraver: Georges Pallas (lion) - Jean Solignac (S barré) - Toussaint de Glandèves (gland)
Edge
Plain
Comment
Weight between 12.5g and 13.5g. Interesting fact
The ½ Ecu coin from Monaco, issued during the reign of Honoré II (1652-1653), is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the principality. Monaco was transitioning from a medieval feudal state to a modern, centralized government, and the coinage of the time reflects this shift. The ½ Ecu coin, made of silver and weighing 13 grams, was a significant denomination in the Monegasque currency system and was used widely in trade and commerce. Its design features the coat of arms of Monaco on one side and an image of Honoré II on the other, symbolizing the principality's growing sense of national identity and pride.
