1 Écu - Louis XV 1740 front 1 Écu - Louis XV 1740 back
1 Écu - Louis XV 1740 photo
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1 Écu - Louis XV

1740 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
France
King
Louis XV (1715-1774)
Type
Pattern
Year
1740
Value
1 Silver Ecu
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#27715
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The A Pattern 1 Écu - Louis XV 1740 from France made of Silver is a rare and valuable coin, with only 300 pieces minted. It features a portrait of King Louis XV on one side and an image of the French coat of arms on the other. The coin was designed by the French engraver, Jean-Baptiste-François Chappelet, and was minted in 1740. It is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists and is highly sought after for its historical significance and artistic beauty.