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Ecu - Honoré II 2e portrait
| Silver | 27 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Honoré II (1612-1662) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1652-1653 |
| Value | 1 Ecu (Scudo) (3) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (781-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#200929 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned arms, 7 diamonds across.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEO. IVVANTE
DVX. VALENT: PAR FRANCIAE. & C. 1652
Engraver: Jean Solignac
Edge
Plain
Comment
GAD#30 2è type, petit Ꞩ
Avers : HONO II. D: G: PRIN. MONOECI.
Revers : DVX. VALENT: PAR Ꞩ FRANCIAE. & C. 1652 ou 1653
GAD#30a hybride, grand Ꞩ (Grand buste)
Avers : HONO II. D: G: PRIN. MONOECI.
Revers : DVX. VALENT: PAR Ꞩ FRANCIAE. & C. 1653
Interesting fact
The Ecu - Honoré II (2e portrait) 1652-1653 from Monaco is a rare and valuable coin, with only a limited number minted during its production run. It is made of silver and weighs 27 grams, making it a significant piece for collectors and historians. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, with an image of Honoré II, the Prince of Monaco, on one side, and the Monaco coat of arms on the other. This design was only used for a short period of time, making the coin particularly rare and valuable to collectors. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight make it a valuable piece for numismatists and collectors of precious metals.
