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Écu d'Or - Charles VII
| Gold (.999) | 3.496 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VII (1422-1461) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1436-1455 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 3.496 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8519 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Leafy cross with quadrilobe in heart, cantoned by four crowns, in a double quadrilobe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +XPC * VINCIT * XPC * REGNAT * XPC * ImPERAT
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Écu d'Or - Charles VII 1436-1455 coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was introduced as part of a new monetary system implemented by Charles VII, who sought to stabilize the French economy and promote trade and commerce. The Écu d'Or was a significant improvement over previous coins, with its high gold content and standardized weight and size, making it a popular choice for merchants and traders. The coin's design, featuring an image of Charles VII on one side and the French coat of arms on the other, symbolized the power and prestige of the French monarchy. Despite its value and historical significance, the Écu d'Or was not widely used for long, as it was eventually replaced by other coins and currency systems. Nevertheless, it remains an important piece of French numismatic history and a valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1447 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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