© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
Ecu - Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne
| Silver | 19.26 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Sedan (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Henry of the Tour d'Auvergne (1591-1623) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1613-1614 |
| Value | 1 Ecu = 30 Sols (3⁄2) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 19.26 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#378901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of the lordship of Sedan.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SVPREMVS • PRINCEPS • SEDANENSIS •
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Ecu - Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne 1613-1614 from Principality of Sedan (French States) made of Silver weighing 19.26g is that it features a unique design, showcasing Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne, the founder of the Principality of Sedan, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Principality on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great political and religious turmoil in France, and its design reflects the complex history of the region during that period.
