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© Roma Numismatics Limited
1⁄12 Ecu - Anna Mary Louise 4th type
| Silver | 2.27 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Dombes (French States) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Anne Marie Louise (1652-1693) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1664-1666 |
| Value | 1⁄12 Ecu = 5 Sols (¼) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.27 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#170506 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Crowned Orleans arms, date separated to sides.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DNS.ADIVTOR. ET.REDEM.MEVS
Translation: The lord is my support and redemptor.
Comment
These 5 Sols coins were minted for trade with Middle-East.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1664-1666 Anna Mary Louise 1/12 Ecu coin from the Principality of Dombes is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis XIV, who was known for his centralizing policies and attempts to consolidate power. The Principality of Dombes, where the coin was minted, was a small territory in eastern France that was ruled by a powerful family, the House of Bourbon-Condé. Despite the political instability of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, with its silver content and unique design making it a sought-after collector's item.
