© International Coin Exchange Ldt
© International Coin Exchange Ldt
1⁄12 Ecu - Louis I
| Silver | 2.2 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Louis I (1662-1701) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1665-1666 |
| Value | 1⁄12 Ecu (Scudo) (¼) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (781-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#360534 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms with flat top, 7 diamonds acoss
Script: Latin
Lettering: · DVX · VALENT · PAR · FRANCIÆ · &c · 1666
Engraver: Robert Borré
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1/12 Ecu coin from Monaco, issued during the reign of Louis I (1665-1666), was made of silver and weighed 2.2 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of Monaco's currency system at the time, and it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of the era.
