Ecu of Navarre with long wick - Louis XIV 1652-1662 front Ecu of Navarre with long wick - Louis XIV 1652-1662 back
Ecu of Navarre with long wick - Louis XIV 1652-1662 photo
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Ecu of Navarre with long wick - Louis XIV

 
Silver 27.45 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Louis XIV (1643-1715)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1652-1662
Value
1 Silver Ecu
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Silver
Weight
27.45 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#27882
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Crowned shield of France and Navarre.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SIT.NOMEN.DOMINI BENEDICTVM.1660

Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.

Engraver: Jean Warin

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Ecu of Navarre with long wick - Louis XIV 1652-1662 from France made of Silver weighing 27.45 g is an interesting coin because it was used as a form of currency during a time when France was still a monarchy, and it features an image of King Louis XIV, who was known as the "Sun King" and ruled for over 70 years.