© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Gold Ecu - Henry II
1575 year| Gold | 3.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Béarn (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Henry II of Béarn (1572-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1575 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.34 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#428414 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GRATIA DEI SVM QD SVM 1575
Translation: By the grace of god, I am what I am.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Ecu - Henry II 1575 from Lordship of Béarn (French States) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France. Henry II, who ruled from 1547 to 1559, was engaged in a series of wars with neighboring countries, including the Holy Roman Empire, and the coin was likely minted to help finance these military campaigns. Despite the turmoil, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance.
