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Gold Ecu - Louis II ND
| Gold | 3.45 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | County of Vienne (Dauphiné) (French States) |
|---|---|
| Dauphin | Louis II (1440-1455) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1440-1455 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.45 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#361420 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Floriated cross with lilies and dolphins in quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + XPC VINCIT XPC REGNAT XPC IMPERAT
Translation: Christ defeats, Christ rules, Christ commands.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Ecu - Louis II ND (1440-1455) from County of Vienne (Dauphiné) (French States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis II, who was the son of Charles VII and Mary of Anjou. Louis II was known for his efforts to strengthen the French economy and military, and the Gold Ecu was a symbol of the wealth and power of the French monarchy during this time.
