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Angelot d'or - Henri VI ND
1427 year| Gold (.999) | 2.33 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry VI (Henri VI) (1422-1453) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1427 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 2.33 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#329510 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Plain Latin cross accosted by a lily and a leopard.
Script: Latin
Lettering: XPC': VINCIT: XPC’: REGNAT: XPC': IMPERAT
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Angelot d'or - Henri VI ND (1427) coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Henry VI of France, who was also known as Henry the Beloved. He was the son of Charles VI of France and Queen Isabeau of Bavaria, and he ruled France from 1422 until his death in 1453. Despite his reign being marked by political turmoil and conflict, including the Hundred Years' War with England, Henry VI is remembered for his efforts to promote the arts and culture, and his coinage reflects this focus on aesthetics and beauty. The Angelot d'or coin, with its high gold content and intricate design, is a testament to the artistic achievements of Henry VI's reign.
