© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Gold Ecu - Francis Phoebus ND
| Gold | 3.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Béarn (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Francis Phoebus (1472-1483) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1479-1483 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.34 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#361133 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross wigh F and sword in quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DOMINVS ILLVMINATIO MEA ET SALVS
Translation: The Lord is my light and salvation.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Ecu - Francis Phoebus ND (1479-1483) from Lordship of Béarn (French States) is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Navarre, which was a territory that Francis Phoebus ruled over. This shield is located on the reverse side of the coin, surrounded by the inscription "FRANCISCUS PHOEBUS DEI GRATIA NAVARRAE REX" (Francis Phoebus, by the grace of God, King of Navarre). This design element highlights the connection between the Lordship of Béarn and the Kingdom of Navarre, and serves as a reminder of the complex political landscape of medieval Europe.
