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⅛ Ecu of Navarre - Louis XIV
| Silver (.917) | 4.71 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1648-1650 |
| Value | ⅛ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 4.71 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#30744 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned shield, from Navarre-France, accosted by V III.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CTA.DEI.SVM.ID.Q.SVM.1648.O
Comment
The end letters of the legend can be B, O or V.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅛ Ecu of Navarre - Louis XIV 1648-1650 from France is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France, known as the Fronde, which was a series of civil wars that lasted from 1648 to 1653. Despite the political instability, the coinage of Louis XIV continued to be minted, and this particular coin is a testament to the enduring power of the French monarchy during that time.