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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Ecu - Maurice of Nassau
| Silver | 31.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Orange (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Maurice of Nassau (1618-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1618-1622 |
| Value | 1 Ecu (18⁄5) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 31.34 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#379946 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLI DEO HONOR ET GLORIA
16 18
Translation: Only to god, honor and glory.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Ecu - Maurice of Nassau 1618-1622 from Principality of Orange (French States) made of Silver weighing 31.34 g is that it was minted during a time of great political and religious turmoil in Europe. Maurice of Nassau, who the coin is named after, was a prominent military leader and stadtholder of the Dutch Republic, and the coin was likely used to help finance his military campaigns. Additionally, the coin features an image of Maurice on horseback, which was a symbol of power and prestige at the time. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
