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⅙ Ecu - Louis XV
| Silver (.917) | 4.079 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XV (1715-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1720-1723 |
| Value | ⅙ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 4.079 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#28584 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Crowned Shield of France
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT • NOMEN • DOMINI • O • BENEDICTUM • 1721
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord
Engraver: Norbert Roettiers
Edge
Corded
Comment
Legal tender 30 sols tournois, issued following the edict of September 1720.Reformed blanks are identified by a trefoil (♣) under the bust of the King or before the date.
Bust of the shield of France:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅙ Ecu - Louis XV 1720-1723 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. Louis XV, who ruled France from 1715 to 1774, implemented a number of financial reforms during his reign, including the creation of a new currency system that replaced the old system based on the Livre Tournois. The ⅙ Ecu coin was part of this new system and was minted in silver, which was a more valuable and stable metal than the copper and bronze coins that were also in circulation at the time. Despite the economic challenges of the time, the ⅙ Ecu coin remained a popular and widely used denomination throughout Louis XV's reign.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1720 9 | 1863018 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅙ Ecu - Louis XV 1720-1723 coin.
