© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Blanc with sun of Dauphine - Charles VIII ND
| Billon (.359 silver) | 2.91 g | - |
| 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 | 2.91 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#426212 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with two lilies and two dolphins in angles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SIT nOmEn DnI BEnEDICVM
Lettering (regular font): SIT NOMEN DNI BENEDICVM
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 sun of Dauphine. This symbol, which appears on the coin's reverse side, represents the Dauphin of France, a title given to the heir apparent of the French throne. The inclusion of this symbol on the coin highlights the importance of the Dauphin and the connection between the French monarchy and the region of Dauphine.
