½ Ecu - Louis XV
| Silver (.917) | 12.237 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XV (1715-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1720-1724 |
| Value | ½ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 12.237 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16431 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned Shield of France
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT • NOMEN • DOMINI • T • BENEDICTUM • 1722
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord
Engraver: Norbert Roettiers
Edge
Inscribed, punctuated with vine leaves.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINE ⚜ SALVUM ⚜ FAC ⚜ REGEM
Translation: Lord, save the king
Comment
Legal tender 4 livres 10 sols tournois, issued following the edict of September 1720.The reformed blanks are identifiable by a trefoil (♣) under the bust of the King for the years 1720 to 1723.
For the years 1723 and 1724, the strikes were carried out on a new blank following the edict of August 1723.
Bust of the shield of France:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ecu - Louis XV 1720-1724 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of great change and controversy in French history. Louis XV, who ruled from 1715 to 1774, was known for his extravagant lifestyle and his policies, which were often met with opposition from the nobility and the common people. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with its silver content and historical significance making it a unique piece of French history.
