Ecu "Silver Leopold" - Leopold I (shield of Lorraine) 1702 front Ecu "Silver Leopold" - Leopold I (shield of Lorraine) 1702 back
Ecu "Silver Leopold" - Leopold I (shield of Lorraine) 1702 photo
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Ecu "Silver Leopold" - Leopold I shield of Lorraine

1702 year
Silver (.917) 27.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Lorraine (French States)
Duke
Leopold (1697-1729)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1702
Value
1 Silver Leopold (3.4)
Currency
Pound of Lorraine (1700-1737)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
27.5 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#365525
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned shield with simple arms of Lorraine.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN · TE · DOMINE · SPERAVI · 1702

Translation: In you, Lord, I place my trust.

Interesting fact

The Ecu "Silver Leopold" - Leopold I (shield of Lorraine) 1702 from Duchy of Lorraine (French States) was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the War of the Spanish Succession (1701-1714). This conflict involved many European powers, including France, which had a significant impact on the production of coins during this period. Despite the challenges, the minting of this coin continued, and it remains a valuable piece of numismatic history.