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Gold Ecu with sun - Henry III 1st type; arms on obverse
| Gold (.958) | 3.34 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry III (Henri III) (1574-1589) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1577-1588 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.958) |
| Weight | 3.34 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#416916 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lilied cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠ CHRISTVS REGNAT VINCIT ET IMPER
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Unabridged legend: CHRISTUS REGNAT VINCIT ET IMPERAT
Translation: Christ reigns, conquers and commands.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Ecu with sun - Henry III (1st type; arms on obverse) 1577-1588 from France is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. The coin was introduced as part of a broader effort to reform the French currency and stabilize the economy, which had been struggling with inflation and debasement of the currency. The Gold Ecu was intended to be a stable and trustworthy form of currency, and it was widely used for trade and commerce throughout Europe. Despite its value, the coin was not without controversy, as some critics argued that it was too expensive and not widely available enough to be of practical use for everyday transactions. Nevertheless, the Gold Ecu remains an important and interesting artifact from this period in French history.
