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Gold Ecu with porcupine of Brittany - Louis XII 1st Type ND
1507 year| Gold (.963) | 3.42 g | 26.2 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XII (1498-1515) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1507 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.963) |
| Weight | 3.42 g |
| Diameter | 26.2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#354236 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ached cross, cantoned with two crowned ermines and two crowned A's.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEVS: IN: ADIVTORIVM: MEVM: INTENDE:
Translation: May god help me.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Ecu with porcupine of Brittany - Louis XII (1st Type) ND (1507) from France is that it features a unique design element - the porcupine of Brittany. This animal was a symbol of the Duchy of Brittany, which was a region in western France that maintained its independence until it was annexed by France in 1532. The inclusion of the porcupine on the coin highlights the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.
