© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Gold Ecu - John II ND
| Gold | 4.38 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Navarre |
|---|---|
| King | John II (1425-1479) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1441-1479 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.38 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#425702 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with two lilies and two crowns in angles, all within polylobe.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: BEnEDECTVM SIT nOmEn DnI nEI nIV X
Lettering (regular font): BENEDECTVM SIT NOMEN DNI NEI NIV X
Interesting fact
The Gold Ecu coin from the Kingdom of Navarre, issued during the reign of John II (1441-1479), features a unique design element - a small shield with the royal coat of arms on the reverse side, which sets it apart from other coins of the same era.
