© Monnaies d'Antan
© Monnaies d'Antan
Ecu of Bearn with cravat - Louis XIV
| Silver (.917) | 27.45 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XIV (1643-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1680-1687 |
| Value | 1 Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 27.45 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16416 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned shield, party of France, half-cut of Navarre-Béarn.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .SIT.NOMEN.DOMINI.BENEDICTVM.1681
Engraver: François Warin
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Ecu of Bearn with cravat, issued during the reign of Louis XIV of France (1680-1687), features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of Bearn, which is located on the neck of the king's portrait. This shield was added to the coin's design to signify the union of the Kingdom of France and the County of Bearn, which had been recently annexed by France. This coin is a rare and interesting example of how currency can be used to symbolize political alliances and territorial expansion.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1687 | 34886 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Ecu of Bearn with cravat - Louis XIV 1680-1687 coin.
