© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
¼ Ecu - Honoré II
| Silver | 6.55 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Honoré II (1612-1662) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1654-1658 |
| Value | ¼ Ecu (Scudo) (¾) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (781-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.55 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#382306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEO. IVVAN.
DVX. VALENT. PAR. & FRANCIÆ. & c.
Engraver: Georges Pallas
Edge
Plain
Comment
Weight between 6.5g and 6.65gInteresting fact
The ¼ Ecu coin was minted during the reign of Honoré II, who was the Prince of Monaco from 1654 to 1658. During his reign, Monaco was facing significant financial difficulties, and the minting of this coin was a way for the prince to help alleviate some of the financial burdens of his people. The coin was made of silver and weighed 6.55 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item today.
