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½ Ecu with short wick - Louis XIV
| Silver (.917) | 13.725 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1643-1652 |
| 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#16422 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France surrounded by the inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .SIT. NOMEN. DOMINI. - A - .BENEDICTVM. 1644.
Engraver: Jean Warin
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ecu coin with short wick - Louis XIV 1643-1652 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, ruled France during this time and implemented a number of reforms that helped to centralize power and stabilize the economy. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 13.725 grams, making it a substantial and valuable piece of currency for its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1643 A | 216698 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1644 A | 678644 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1644 D | 202536 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1645 A | 218730 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1645 D | 78960 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1648 D | 4392 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1649 D | 5268 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1650 D | 8987 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1651 D | 27604 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1652 D | 79924 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Ecu with short wick - Louis XIV 1643-1652 coin.
