© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Blanc with crown - Charles VIII with rosettes ND
| Billon (.359 silver) | 2.55 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VIII (1483-1498) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1483-1498 |
| Value | 1 Gros (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.359 silver) |
| Weight | 2.55 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#426420 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with two lilies and two crowns in angles, all within quatrefoil, rosettes in spandrels.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
SIT nOmEn DOmInI BEnEDICTVm
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Lettering (regular font):
SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTVM
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Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - the rosettes that surround the crown on the obverse (front) side of the coin. These rosettes were added to the coin's design during Charles VIII's reign and were meant to symbolize the king's power and influence. This design feature sets the coin apart from other coins of the same era and makes it a distinctive and valuable collector's item.
