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1⁄120 Ecu - Louis XV
| Billon (.208 silver) | 1.09 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XV (1715-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1739-1748 |
| Value | 1 Sol (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.208 silver) |
| Weight | 1.09 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 10 July 1845 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#27843 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
L cursive and intertwined branch, under a wreath.different workshop in the exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT•NOM•DOM BENEDICT•1740•
Engraver: J-C Roëttiers
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1739-1748 French Billon 1/120 Ecu coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Louis XV, who was known for his extensive hunting trips and lavish spending habits. Despite the coin's small denomination, it was made with a unique blend of metals, including .208 silver, which was a significant amount for a coin of its time. This coin's unique composition and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1739 A | 57400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1739 C | 19158 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1739 P | 64130 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1739 T | 19158 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1739 Y | 13220 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1739 ϽϹ | 14560 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 & | 37225 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 9 | 14442 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 A | 49280 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 AA | 15048 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 B | 43338 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 BB | 83904 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 D | 714929 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 G | 85580 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 I | 158840 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 L | 119354 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 M | 66593 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 O | 65792 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 P | 64272 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 T | 428024 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 V | 12296 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 W | 394044 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 X | 32125 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 Y | 19618 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 ϽϹ | 24192 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1741 L | 78648 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1742 Y | 10192 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1746 A | 2800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1748 A | 19600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1⁄120 Ecu - Louis XV 1739-1748 coin.
