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¼ Ecu with three crowns - Louis XV

1715 year
Silver (.917) 7.65 g -
Description
Issuer
France
King
Louis XV (1715-1774)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1715
Value
¼ Silver Ecu
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
7.65 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#360469
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Three crowns in a triangle around mintmark with fleurs-de-lis in the angles.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SIT.NOMEN.DOMINI.BENEDICTVM 1715

Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.

Edge

Corded.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Ecu coin with three crowns - Louis XV 1715 from France is that it was minted during a time when France was transitioning from a feudal society to a modern state. The coin's design, featuring three crowns and the image of Louis XV, symbolizes the power and authority of the French monarchy during this period. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting process was a significant departure from the previous use of copper, indicating a shift towards a more valuable and durable currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1715 A 3620 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Ecu with three crowns - Louis XV 1715 coin.