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½ Ecu with juvenile bust - Louis XIV 2nd mark
| Silver (.917) | 13.544 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1670-1673 |
| Value | ½ Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 13.544 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16424 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT•NOMEN•DOMINI•B•BENEDICTVM•1672•
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ecu coin with the juvenile bust of Louis XIV is that it was minted during a time of significant economic change in France. The coin was minted between 1670 and 1673, during which time Louis XIV was still a young king and the country was facing financial challenges due to the ongoing wars with the Dutch and the Habsburgs. Despite these challenges, the coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
