© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
½ Ecu - Louis I
| Silver | 13.10 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Louis I (1662-1701) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1665-1666 |
| Value | ½ Ecu (Scudo) (1.5) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (781-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.10 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#357344 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms, 7 diamonds across
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX· VALENT· PAR· FRANCIÆ· &ᶜ. 1666 .
Edge
Plain
Comment
Weight between 12.9g and 13.9g
Interesting fact
The ½ Ecu coin was minted during the reign of Louis I, Prince of Monaco, who was a member of the House of Grimaldi. The Grimaldi family has ruled Monaco since 1297, making it one of the oldest monarchies in the world. The coin's design features an image of Louis I on one side and the Monaco coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighs 13.10 grams.
