© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Blanc with sun - Charles VIII KAROLVS REX FRANCORVM ND
| Billon (.359 silver) | 1.99 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 | 1.99 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#426153 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross in quatrefoil.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SIT nOmEn DnI BEnEDI
Lettering (regular font): SIT NOMEN DNI BENEDI
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique design element - a sun symbol behind the king's head. This symbol was only used on a few coins during Charles VIII's reign, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
