© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
½ Gold Ecu - Charles VIII no lilies or crowns; SIT ND
| Gold (.963) | 1.71 g | - |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VIII (1483-1498) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1483-1498 |
| Value | ½ Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.963) |
| Weight | 1.71 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#427005 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lilied cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SIT NOmEN DOmINI BE
Lettering (regular font): SIT NOMEN DOMINI BE
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Gold Ecu - Charles VIII (no lilies or crowns; SIT) ND (1483-1498) from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles VIII, who ruled France from 1483 to 1498. During his reign, France experienced a period of economic growth and cultural revival, known as the "Renaissance." This coin is a tangible representation of the economic and cultural changes that were taking place in France during this time period.
