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Gold Ecu with sun - Louis XI crosslet ND
1475 year| Gold (.963) | 3.42 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XI (1461-1483) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1475 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.963) |
| Weight | 3.42 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#422236 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriated cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
XPS: VInCIT: XPS: REGnAT: XPS: IMPERAT
P
Lettering (regular font):
XPS: VINCIT: XPS: REGNAT: XPS: IMPERAT
P
Translation: Christ defeats, Christ rules, Christ commands.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Ecu with sun - Louis XI (crosslet) ND (1475) from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. Louis XI, who ruled from 1461 to 1483, implemented a number of reforms aimed at strengthening the French economy and centralizing power in the monarchy. The introduction of the Gold Ecu, which was a new denomination, was part of these reforms and was intended to promote trade and commerce. The coin's design, which features a sun and a cross, symbolizes the king's authority and the influence of the Catholic Church. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.
