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Gold Ecu with sun - Francis I 1st type ND
| Gold (.963) | 3.496 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Francis I (François Ier) (1515-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1515-1519 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.963) |
| Weight | 3.496 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#415806 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriated cross with quadrilobe in the heart.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + XPS: VINCIT: XPS: REGNAT: XPS: IMPERAT
Translation: Christ defeats, Christ rules, Christ commands.
Comment
1st issue: January 23, 1515
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Ecu with sun - Francis I (1st type) ND (1515-1519) from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Francis I, who was instrumental in establishing the French franc as the national currency and implementing economic reforms to stabilize the French economy. The Gold Ecu was a key component of these reforms, as it was intended to be a stable and reliable form of currency that could be used for international trade and commerce. Despite the challenges of the time, the Gold Ecu with sun - Francis I (1st type) ND (1515-1519) remains a highly sought-after collector's item today, with its unique design and historical significance making it a valuable addition to any numismatic collection.
