½ Ecu with 8 Ls - Louis XIV 2nd type

Reverse

Cross formed of eight L's leaning, each arm crowned, with three lilies set 2 and 1 in a circle in its heart. Cross cantoned with four fleurs-de-lis diverging from the center. Different workshop in the exergue (under the cross).

Script: Latin

Lettering: SIT.NOMEN.DOMINI.BENEDICTVM. 1704

Engraver: Norbert Roettiers

Edge

Inscription in relief.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DOMINE SALVUM FAC REGEM

Comment

The reformations are identifiable by a shell (shell of st-Jacques de Compostelle) after the date on the reverse.

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Les réformations sont identifiables par une coquille (coquille de st-Jacques de Compostelle) après la date au revers.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Ecu coin with 8 Ls - Louis XIV (2nd type) 1704-1709 from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. Louis XIV, also known as the Sun King, was the monarch at the time and was known for his lavish spending and centralization of power. The coin's design features the king's portrait and the motto "Nec Pluribus Impar," which means "Not unequal to many," signifying the king's belief in the power and strength of the French monarchy. The coin's silver content and weight also reflect the country's economic policies during this time, as France was transitioning from a feudal society to a more centralized and mercantile economy.

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