French Coins

Obverse of 1766 French Silver 1 Ecu

Reverse of 1766 French Silver 1 Ecu

Ecu
The first écu was a gold coin (the écu d'or) minted during the reign of Louis IX of France, in 1266. The value of the écu varied considerably over time, and silver coins were also introduced.The silver écu was introduced in France in 1641 to compete with the Thaler coins that were popular in Germany.

Coin Specifications

Denomination	Diameter	Weight	Alloy	ASW
1 Ecu	40	29.488	0.917	0.8695

Notes
Denomination = Face Value of Coin
Diameter = Diameter in millimetres.
Weight = Weight in grams.
ASW = Actual silver weight in troy ounces.

Prices & Availability
All prices on our websites are subject to fluctuation and availability. Please check before ordering.

Date	Denom	Description	Mintage	Grade	Avail	Price £	Price $	Price €
1766	1 Ecu	Nantes Mint		Fair	Yes	£45	$70	€50

Notes
Mintage = Quantity issued, where known, otherwise issue limit.
Avail = Availability

Order Form
Order Form USA

If you want to find the value of a coin you own, please take a look at our page I've Found An Old Coin, What's It Worth?

If you have an enquiry about any of our French Coins, we'd be happy to answer you, but please note it may be quicker to telephone us. Please see the Contact Us page of our website.

Coins Wanted
We make an active market in almost all world coins, gold or otherwise, including French coins. If you have any of these coins to sell, please contact us, or post them to us for appraisal and offer.