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Florin Georges - Philippe VI ND
| Gold (.999) | 4.6 g | - |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Philip VI (Philippe VI) (1328-1350) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1341-1346 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 4.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#329484 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Four-lobed cross with fleurons, flanked by four lilies.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +°XP'C° VINCIT° XP'C° REGNAT° XP'C° IMPERAT
Comment
The 2nd issue minted in Montreuil-Bonnin has several variants:
- Saint George wears a sword on his belt and the visor of his helmet is raised.
- on the reverse, the quatrefoil is flanked by four French shields
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Florin Georges - Philippe VI ND (1341-1346) from France made of Gold (.999) weighing 4.6 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Philippe VI, who was the first French king to issue a gold coinage. This coin, also known as the "Florin," was introduced in 1341 and became a widely used denomination in France and other European countries. Its design featured the king's effigy on one side and the coat of arms of France on the other. The use of gold in the coin's minting was significant because it reflected the wealth and power of the French monarchy at the time.
