Dizain of Dauphine "Karolus" - Charles VIII (dolphin on the left) ND (1483-1498) front Dizain of Dauphine "Karolus" - Charles VIII (dolphin on the left) ND (1483-1498) back
Dizain of Dauphine "Karolus" - Charles VIII (dolphin on the left) ND (1483-1498) photo
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Dizain of Dauphine "Karolus" - Charles VIII dolphin on the left ND

 
Billon (.319 silver) 2.3 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Charles VIII (1483-1498)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1483-1498
Value
1 Dizain (1⁄24&nbspLT)
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Billon (.319 silver)
Weight
2.3 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#426044
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross with crown at ends and two lilies and two dolphins in angles.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: SIT nOmEn DnI BEnEDICTV

Lettering (regular font): SIT NOMEN DNI BENEDICTV

Unabridged legend: Sit nomen domini benedictum

Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dizain of Dauphine "Karolus" - Charles VIII (dolphin on the left) ND (1483-1498) from France made of Billon (.319 silver) weighing 2.3 g is that it features a unique design element - the dolphin on the left side of the coin. This dolphin symbolizes the Dauphin of France, which was a title given to the heir apparent of the French throne. The inclusion of the dolphin on the coin highlights the importance of the Dauphin and the connection between the French monarchy and the region of Dauphine.