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1 Écu d'Or - Louis XIII
| Gold (.958) | 3.375 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1642 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.958) |
| Weight | 3.375 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#37788 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross fleurdelisée with quatrefoil heart.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CHRISTVS. RGNAT. VINCIT. ET. IMP. 1641
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Écu d'Or - Louis XIII 1641-1642 coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis XIII, who was attempting to centralize power and reform the French economy. The coin's minting was likely a part of these efforts, as it was intended to replace the various local currencies that were in use throughout France at the time. Despite the challenges of this period, the 1 Écu d'Or - Louis XIII 1641-1642 coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
