⅒ Ecu - Louis XV
| Silver (.917) | 3.059 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XV (1715-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1716-1717 |
| Value | ⅒ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 3.059 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16413 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Round shield of France, crowned. Different workshop in the exergue (under the shield).
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT•NOMEN•DOMINI•BENEDICTVM 1716
Engraver: Norbert Roettiers
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin ⅒ Ecu - Louis XV 1716-1717 from France made of Silver (.917) weighing 3.059 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Louis XV, who was known as the "Beloved" and ruled France from 1715 until his death in 1774. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign to promote trade and commerce in France and its colonies.
