© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
3 Gold Angels - Louis XI ND
1467 year| Gold (.958) | 13.58 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XI (1461-1483) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1467 |
| Value | 3 Gold Angels (11⁄2 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.958) |
| Weight | 13.58 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#422761 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriated cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: XPS VInCIT XPS REGnAT XPS IMPERAT
Lettering (regular font): XPS VINCIT XPS REGNAT XPS IMPERAT
Translation: Christ defeats, Christ rules, Christ commands.
Comment
On June 19, 1467, the king had tribute coins minted for envoys from the embassy of King Edward IV of England.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Gold Angels - Louis XI ND (1467) coin from France is that it features a unique design, with three angels depicted on one side and the French king Louis XI on the other. This coin was minted during Louis XI's reign, which lasted from 1461 to 1483, and was likely used as a symbol of the king's power and wealth. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
