© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
1 Ecu - Honoré II
1654 year| Silver | 27 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Honoré II (1612-1662) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1654 |
| Value | 1 Ecu (Scudo) (3) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (781-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#360569 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms, 7 diamonds across.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX.VALENT.PAR .. FRANCIÆ.&C.1654
Engraver: Claude Warin
Edge
Plain
Comment
Claude Warin different cross patée.
Interesting fact
The 1 Ecu coin from Monaco, issued in 1654 during the reign of Honoré II, is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. The use of silver in coins was a common practice in many countries, but it was especially significant in Monaco, as the country had a long history of minting coins made of precious metals. The fact that this coin was made of silver and not a more common metal like copper or bronze suggests that it was intended to be a high-value coin, possibly used for large transactions or as a store of value. Additionally, the fact that it weighs 27 grams suggests that it was a substantial coin, which would have been easily recognizable and respected in its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1654 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Ecu - Honoré II 1654 coin.
