© CGB
© CGB
Blanc with crown - Louis XI doubled obverse legend ND
| Billon (.359 silver) | 2.52 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XI (1461-1483) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1461-1483 |
| Value | 1 Douzain (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.359 silver) |
| Weight | 2.52 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#421330 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross with two lilies and two crowns in angles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + LVDOVICVS FRAnCORVM REX
Lettering (regular font): + LVDOVICVS FRANCORVM REX
Translation: Louis, king of the Franks.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare doubled obverse legend, which means that the lettering on the front side of the coin appears twice, creating a unique and distinctive design element.
