1756 France 1 Écu silver crown. Planchet adjustment marks (not scratches) on obverse. In far better condition than the typical 18th century crown, with rare original surfaces. Subtle golden toning, most visible on obverse.
A very large 1 Écu silver coin of the Kingdom of France under Louis XV "The Well Beloved", great-grandson and successor of the Sun King. "L" mintmark, Bayonne.
Country | France |
Years | 1742-1771 |
Denomination | Ecu (Écu) |
Metal Alloy | Silver (.917 fine) |
Weight | 29.5g |
Diameter | 41mm |
Obverse |
"LUD·XV·D·G·FR·ET NA·RE· BD" (LUDOVICO XV DEI GRATIA FRANCIAE ET NAVARRE REX BÉARN DOMINUS) "Louis XV, by the Grace of God, King of France and Navarre, Lord of Béarn" |
Reverse |
"SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTUM" "Blessed be the name" |
Edge |
"DOMINE SALVU FAC REGEM" |
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