1⁄12 Ecu of Dauphiné with juvenile bust - Louis XIV 1660-1662 front 1⁄12 Ecu of Dauphiné with juvenile bust - Louis XIV 1660-1662 back
1⁄12 Ecu of Dauphiné with juvenile bust - Louis XIV 1660-1662 photo
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1⁄12 Ecu of Dauphiné with juvenile bust - Louis XIV

 
Silver (.917) 2.287 g 19.5 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Louis XIV (1643-1715)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1660-1662
Value
1⁄12 Silver Ecu
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
2.287 g
Diameter
19.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#360506
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned quartered shield of Dauphiné and France.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SIT. NOMEN. DOMINI. - Z - .BENEDICTVM. 1661

Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.

Engraver: Jean Warin

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a juvenile bust of Louis XIV, who was only 12 years old when the coin was minted in 1660-1662. This rare coin is a unique representation of the young king's early years, making it a valuable piece for collectors and historians.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1660 Z 289648 - - - - - -
1661 Z 55404 - - - - - -
1662 Z 15502 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1⁄12 Ecu of Dauphiné with juvenile bust - Louis XIV 1660-1662 coin.