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½ Ecu with cravat - Louis XIV 1st type
| Silver (.917) | 13.725 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1674-1686 |
| Value | ½ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 13.725 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#58056 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France. Different workshop in the exergue (under the shield).
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT. NOMEN. DOMINI.BENEDICTVM.1680
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Engraver: François Warin
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ecu with cravat - Louis XIV (1st type) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. Louis XIV, who ruled from 1643 to 1715, implemented a number of reforms aimed at strengthening the French economy and centralizing power in the monarchy. The introduction of this coin, which was minted from silver and featured a unique design, was part of these efforts. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remained in circulation for over a century, a testament to its enduring popularity and the stability of the French monetary system.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1679 & | 105601 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1679 A | 1482909 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1679 B | 345691 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1679 D | 162812 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1679 H | 119249 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1679 L | 73824 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1679 N | 149896 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1680 & | 36270 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1680 9 | 312952 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1680 A | 339913 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1680 B | 135452 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1680 D | 163796 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1680 H | 33060 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1680 L | 302362 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1680 N | 3209 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1680 S | 1040 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1681 & | 34344 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1681 9 | 1605 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1681 A | 406357 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1681 B | 76071 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1681 D | 40293 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1681 K | 108169 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1681 L | 157922 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1682 & | 160344 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1682 9 | 37944 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1682 A | 231336 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1682 D | 53619 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1682 K | 111384 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1682 L | 133416 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1682 S | 41557 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1683 & | 20808 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1683 9 | 40392 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1683 A | 291303 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1683 B | 68544 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1683 D | 65269 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1683 K | 159120 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1683 L | 241128 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1685 & | 75560 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1686 & | 23376 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Ecu with cravat - Louis XIV (1st type) 1674-1686 coin.
