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1 Bit ND
| Silver | - | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Martinique (Overseas France) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XV (1715-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1770-1772 |
| Value | 1 Bit (0.01) |
| Currency | Countermarked Type IV |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round with cutouts |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#67397 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VTRA QUE VNUM
•LMA•1757•JD•
Comment
Countermark (Blunt heart-shaped hole with ornamented edges) on Mexico City 1 Real.Interesting fact
The 1 Bit ND (1770-1772) coin from Martinique (Overseas France) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the region. The coin was issued during the French colonial period, and its production was likely influenced by the economic and political shifts that were taking place in the Caribbean at the time. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver suggests that it may have been used for trade and commerce, highlighting the importance of this precious metal in the region's economy.
