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1 Gold Ecu - Henry II ND
| Gold | 3.43 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry II (Henri II) (1547-1559) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1547-1548 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.43 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#416352 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in floriated polylobe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: XPS VINCIT XPS REGNAT XPS IPERT M
Translation: Christ defeats, Christ rules, Christ commands.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Gold Ecu - Henry II ND (1547-1548) coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. Henry II, who ruled from 1547 to 1559, introduced a number of reforms aimed at strengthening the French economy and centralizing power in the monarchy. The coinage of the time, including the 1 Gold Ecu, reflects this period of transformation and is a testament to the enduring legacy of Henry II's reign.
