© Yannick Roszak
© Yannick Roszak
¼ Ecu - Louis XIV Type 1, titles around the shield, legend begins on top
| Silver (.917) | 9.712 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1643-1648 |
| Value | ¼ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 9.712 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#152932 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Cross baton fleurdelisée.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT. NOMEN. DNI. BENEDICTVM. (MM). 1646
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Ecu - Louis XIV (Type 1, titles around the shield, legend begins on top) 1643-1648 from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. Louis XIV, who ruled from 1643 to 1715, implemented a number of reforms aimed at strengthening the French economy and centralizing power in the monarchy. The coin's design, which features a portrait of the king surrounded by titles and a legend that begins at the top, reflects the growing power and influence of the French monarchy during this period. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1644 9 | 210470 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1645 9 | 321149 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1646 9 | 146966 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Ecu - Louis XIV (Type 1, titles around the shield, legend begins on top) 1643-1648 coin.
