Écu d'or ND (1539-1548) front Écu d'or ND (1539-1548) back
Écu d'or ND (1539-1548) photo
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Écu d'or ND

 
Gold 3.32 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Geneva
Period
Lordship and Republic of Geneva (1534-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1539-1548
Value
1 Écu d'or (140⁄51)
Currency
Thaler (1535-1792)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.32 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#188883
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

IHS within circle in center of sun.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ? POST ? TENEBRAS ? LVX ? B ?

Engravers: François-Daniel Berthelier, Philibert Berthelier

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Écu d'or ND (1539-1548) from City of Geneva is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of King Francis I of France, who was instrumental in establishing the French currency system and promoting trade and commerce throughout Europe. The Écu d'or ND was a widely used coin during this period and was considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity.