Principality of Dombes ⅛ Ecu - Gaston, 1640
Information
Country
Principality of Dombes
Principality of Dombes
Currency
Livre
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
⅛ Ecu
Year
1640
Ruler
Gaston
(1626–1652)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.71
Diameter (mm)
27
Demonetized
Yes
Description
⅛ Ecu from Principality of Dombes. Issued in 1640. Struck in Silver. Measures 27 mm and weighs 4.71 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned shielded Orleans arms, denomination to the sides. (Gaston, usufructuary of the sovereign principality of Dombes.)
- Reverse
- Floral cross with rosette at center. (The lord is my support and redemptor.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1640 | — |
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