½ Ecu of Flanders with insignia - Louis XIV round shield
| Silver (.917) | 13.544 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1701-1704 |
| Value | ½ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 13.544 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16427 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned circular shield of France, Navarre, Old and New Burgundy with crossed scepter and hand of justice behind.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · SIT·NOMEN·DOMINI·BENEDICTVM 1702·
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Edge
Embossed inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINE·SALVVM·FAC·REGEM·CHRISTIANISSIMVM
Translation: Lord, save the christian king.
Comment
This piece was called "carambola" from 1806.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ecu of Flanders coin with the insignia of Louis XIV (round shield) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was minted between 1701 and 1704, during the reign of Louis XIV, who was known as the Sun King. This was a period of significant economic growth and cultural achievement in France, and the coin reflects the increased prosperity and power of the French monarchy during this time.
