© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Blanc with crown of Provence - Charles VIII Marseille ND
| Billon (.359 silver) | 2.22 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VIII (1483-1498) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1483-1498 |
| Value | 1 Douzain (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.359 silver) |
| Weight | 2.22 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#426607 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with lilies in angles, all within quatrefoil.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SIT nOMEn DOMInI BEnEDITVM
Lettering (regular font): SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDITVM
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Charles VIII of France, who was known for his ambitious military campaigns and his attempt to conquer Italy. This coin, minted in Marseille, features a crown of Provence on one side and the king's name and title on the other. Despite being made of a relatively low-value metal, the Billon, it still holds historical significance as a symbol of the economic and political power of France during that time.
