© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Franc "à Pied" - William III of Bavaria ND
| Gold | 3.8 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Hainaut (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William III "the foolish" of Bavaria (1356-1389) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1365-1389 |
| Value | Franc = Livre (40) |
| Currency | Gros (1071-1506) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#314576 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriate triple cross with alternating lions and crowns in the angles inside a quadrilobe with points between the lobes. Eight trefoils in the exterior angles.
Lettering:
+ XPC* VINCIT* XPC* REGNAT* XPC* IMPERAT
(punctuation by 5-pointed stars)
Translation: Christ conquers, Christ reigns, Christ commands
Comment
Design of this franc a pied was based on that of Charles V of France.Two known examples.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire, where William III of Bavaria was a prominent figure. The coin's minting was likely a response to the economic and political instability of the time, as gold coins were seen as a stable store of value and a symbol of wealth and power. Despite its age, this coin has survived the test of time and remains a valuable piece of numismatic history.
