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1⁄12 Ecu - William Henry shield of Orange and Nassau
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Orange (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | William Henry (1650-1673, 1679-1702) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1665-1667 |
| Value | 5 Sols (¼) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#345118 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with three pseudo-lilies.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SOLI·DEO·HONOR·ET·GLO 1666
Unabridged legend: SOLI DEO HONOR ET GLORIA
Translation: Only to god, honor and glory.
Comment
These busts are clear imitations of the coinage of Louis XIV with a juvenile bust (see link below). The only coins with a real image of the prince are ¹⁄₁₂ Ecu from 1684.Interesting fact
The 1⁄12 Ecu coin from the Principality of Orange (French States) featuring William Henry (shield of Orange and Nassau) was minted during a time of great turmoil in European history. The coin was issued between 1665 and 1667, a period marked by the Second Anglo-Dutch War and the Great Fire of London in 1666. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a popular form of currency throughout the region, highlighting the resilience and adaptability of the people who used it.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1666 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1⁄12 Ecu - William Henry (shield of Orange and Nassau) 1665-1667 coin.
