½ Ecu - Louis XV
| Silver (.917) | 12.237 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XV (1715-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1718-1719 |
| Value | ½ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 12.237 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16430 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned shield quartered with 1 and 4 of France, with 2 and 3 of Navarre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .SIT. NOMEN. DOMINI .BENEDICTVM. 1719.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ecu - Louis XV 1718-1719 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis XV, who was known for his lavish spending and financial mismanagement. As a result, the coin's production was halted after only two years due to the financial crisis facing France at the time. This makes the coin a unique piece of history, as it represents a specific moment in time when the French monarchy was struggling to maintain its power and influence.
