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½ Silver Leopold - Leopold I
| Silver (.917) | 10.15 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Leopold (1697-1729) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1724-1725 |
| Value | ½ Silver Leopold (1.7) |
| Currency | Pound of Lorraine (1700-1737) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 10.15 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#173892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with arms of Lorraine.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN · TE · DOMINE SPERAVI · 1724
Translation: I put my trust in you, Lord.
Comment
According to de Saulcy (p. 211), the Silver Leopold was valued at 7 Livres 16 Sols in 1725, so this coin would have been valued at 3 Livres 18 Sols.Interesting fact
The ½ Silver Leopold coin was minted during the reign of Leopold I, who was the Duke of Lorraine from 1724 to 1725. The coin features an image of Leopold I on one side and the coat of arms of Lorraine on the other. The coin was made of silver (.917) and weighed 10.15 grams. It was a standard circulation coin during its time and was used for everyday transactions. I hope that's helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions.
