1⁄12 Ecu with 8 Ls - Louis XIV (1st type) 1691 front 1⁄12 Ecu with 8 Ls - Louis XIV (1st type) 1691 back
1⁄12 Ecu with 8 Ls - Louis XIV (1st type) 1691 photo
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1⁄12 Ecu with 8 Ls - Louis XIV 1st type

1691 year
Silver (.917) 2.287 g 19.5 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Louis XIV (1643-1715)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1691
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
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#28438
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Cross formed by four groups of two L's leaning against each other under a crown cutting the legend, cantoned by four lilies; in the center of a circle, the letter "atelier".Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering: CHRS REGN VINC IMPO

Engraver: Jean Warin

Edge

Corded.Automatically translated

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique design element - the 8 Ls (Livas) symbol. This symbol represents the coin's denomination and was only used on a few other coins during Louis XIV's reign, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1691 A 1212234 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1⁄12 Ecu with 8 Ls - Louis XIV (1st type) 1691 coin.