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Gold Ecu with sun - Henry IV Type
| Gold (.958) | 3.26 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (Henri IV) (1589-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1590-1610 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.958) |
| Weight | 3.26 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#15141 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Aniline cross, fleurdelisée; workshop letter in heart.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + CHRISTVS. REGNAT. VINCIT. ET. IMP 1608
Translation: Christ rules, defeats and commands.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Ecu with sun - Henry IV (Type 1) 1590-1610 from France is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in France. Henry IV, who ruled from 1589 to 1610, was instrumental in introducing a number of reforms aimed at stabilizing the French economy and strengthening the country's financial system. The Gold Ecu, which was introduced during his reign, was a key part of these reforms and helped to establish a standardized system of currency in France. Despite being minted over 400 years ago, this coin remains a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
