© Monnaies d'Antan
© Monnaies d'Antan
Gold Ecu with sun of Brittany - Louis XII ND
| Gold (.963) | 3.49 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XII (1498-1515) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1498-1514 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.963) |
| Weight | 3.49 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#329555 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
A fleur-de-lys cross with a quatrefoil in the center, flanked by four crowned ermine spots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEVS: IN: ADIVTORIVM: MEVM: INTENDE: N:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Ecu with sun of Brittany - Louis XII ND (1498-1514) 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 Louis XII, who was known for his efforts to centralize power and reform the French economy. The coin's design, which features the sun of Brittany, was a symbol of the king's efforts to unify the various regions of France under a single currency. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item and a testament to the rich history of French numismatics.
