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Ecu de Calonne
1786 year| Silver (.917) | 28.40 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XVI (1774-1792) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1786 |
| Value | 1 Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 28.40 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#356646 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Two Ls formed by a palm and an olive branch intertwined and crowned by a wreath; inside, 3 lilies set 2 and 1.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTUM 1786
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Engraver: Jean-Pierre Droz
Edge
Script: Latin
Lettering: ⚜️ DOMINE ⚜️ SALVUM ⚜️ FAC ⚜️ REGEM
Comment
Period striking with 6 ferrules:Re-strikes have been made with three ferrule wafers.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern Ecu de Calonne 1786 from France is that it was designed by Augustin Dupré, a renowned French engraver and medalist, who was also responsible for creating the iconic French Revolutionary coins.
