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Gold Ecu with sun - Charles VIII Dijon mint; Spanish like shield ND
1494 year| Gold (.963) | 3.49 g | 27.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VIII (1483-1498) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1494 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.963) |
| Weight | 3.49 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8524 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Floriated cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: XPS°VInCIT°XPS°REnAT°XPS°ImPER
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Ecu with sun - Charles VIII (Dijon mint; Spanish like shield) ND (1494) from France is that it was minted during the reign of King Charles VIII, who was known for his ambitious military campaigns and his attempt to conquer Italy. The coin's design, featuring a shield with a sun symbol, was likely meant to represent the king's military prowess and his aspirations for a unified French state. Despite its age, this coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
