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¼ Ecu - Louis XIII 2nd portrait
| Silver (.917) | 6.86 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1642-1643 |
| Value | ¼ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 6.86 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#15142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .SIT. NOMEN. DOMINI. - A - .BENEDICTVM. 1643 *
Engraver: Jean Warin
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Ecu - Louis XIII (2nd portrait) 1642-1643 from France is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis XIII, who was known for his efforts to centralize power and reform the French economy. The coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure consistency and stability in the currency, which was important during this time of economic transformation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1642 A | 625276 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Ecu - Louis XIII (2nd portrait) 1642-1643 coin.
