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Florin d'or du Languedoc ND
| Gold | 3.43 g | - |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | John II (Jean II) (1350-1364) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1360-1364 |
| Value | 24 Sols (6⁄5 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.43 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#423224 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. John the Baptist standing front-on, holding a staff topped by a cross cutting through the legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: S IOHANNES B
Lettering (regular font): S IOHANNES B
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Florin d'or du Languedoc ND (1360-1364) coin is that it was issued during the reign of King John II of France, who was known for his efforts to stabilize the French currency and economy. The coin's design features the king's name and title in Latin, "Iohannes Dei Gratia Francorum Rex," which translates to "John, by the grace of God, King of the Franks." This coin was part of a series of gold coins issued by King John II to promote trade and commerce in his kingdom.
