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1 Écu - Louis XIII
| Silver | 27.45 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIII (1610-1643) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1642 |
| Value | 1 Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 27.45 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#27890 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of France.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT. NOMEN. DOMINI. BENEDICTVM. 1642.
Engraver: Jean Warin
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Écu - Louis XIII 1641-1642 coin from France is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change in the country. Louis XIII, who ruled from 1610 to 1643, was the last king of France to rule under the old feudal system, and his reign saw the rise of the nobility and the decline of the peasantry. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a symbol of the rich history and cultural heritage of France, and its silver content makes it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
