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1⁄48 Ecu with short wick - Louis XIV
1644 year| Silver (.917) | 0.571 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1644 |
| Value | 1 Quinzain (1⁄16 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 0.571 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#360490 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT.NOMEN.DOMINI. A . BENEDICTVM.1644
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Engraver: Jean Warin
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1⁄48 Ecu with short wick - Louis XIV 1644 from France made of Silver (.917) weighing 0.571 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Louis XIV, who was known as the "Sun King" and ruled France for over 70 years. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign to promote trade and commerce in France and its colonies.
