© Maison Palombo
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½ Gold Ecu with sun - Charles IX CHRISTVS
| Gold (.958) | 1.65 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IX (1560-1574) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1561-1572 |
| Value | ½ Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.958) |
| Weight | 1.65 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#416557 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with lilies.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHRISTVS REGNAT VINCIT ET IMPERAT MDLXI
B
Translation: Christ defeats, rules and commands.
Comment
The vintage is usually on the right-hand side, but can also be on the reverse, as shown here.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Gold Ecu with sun - Charles IX (CHRISTVS) 1561-1572 from France is that it was minted during a time of great religious turmoil in France, known as the Wars of Religion. The coin features an image of the sun on one side, which was a symbol of the French monarchy and the power of the king, while the other side features an image of Charles IX, who was the king of France during this time. Despite the religious conflicts, the coin remained a standard circulation coin and was widely used throughout France.
