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Écu d'Or - Francis I Brittany; 2nd type ND
| Gold (.963) | 3.41 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Francis I (François Ier) (1515-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1515-1540 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.963) |
| Weight | 3.41 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8649 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross flory with quatrefoil heart, cantoned at 1 and 4 with a crowned ermine spot, at 2 and 3 with a crowned F.
Script: Latin
Lettering: (moucheture d’hermine) : DEVS: IN: ADIVTORIVM: MEVM: INTENDE: R:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Écu d'Or - Francis I (Brittany; 2nd type) ND (1515-1540) coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Francis I of France, who was known for his efforts to promote the arts and humanism. This coin, made of gold (.963) and weighing 3.41g, features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Brittany on the other. It was used as a standard circulation coin in France during the 16th century and is now considered a valuable collector's item.
