½ Gold Ecu - John II ND (1441-1479) front ½ Gold Ecu - John II ND (1441-1479) back
½ Gold Ecu - John II ND (1441-1479) photo
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½ Gold Ecu - John II ND

 
Gold 2.2 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Navarre
King
John II (1425-1479)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1441-1479
Value
½ Gold Ecu
Currency
Livre
Composition
Gold
Weight
2.2 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#425851
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross with two lilies and two crowns in angles, all within polylobe.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: SIT nOmEn DnI BEnEDEICTV3

Lettering (regular font): SIT NOMEN DNI BENEDEICTV3

Interesting fact

The ½ Gold Ecu - John II ND (1441-1479) from Kingdom of Navarre is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known to exist. It is made of gold and weighs 2.2 grams, making it a significant piece of numismatic history.