Gold ecu with the sun - Francis I (12th type) ND (1540) front Gold ecu with the sun - Francis I (12th type) ND (1540) back
Gold ecu with the sun - Francis I (12th type) ND (1540) photo
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Gold ecu with the sun - Francis I 12th type ND

1540 year
Gold (.958) 3.37 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Francis I (François Ier) (1515-1547)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1540
Value
1 Gold Ecu
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Gold (.958)
Weight
3.37 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#326069
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross fleurdelisée with quadriole in heart, cantoned to the 1 and 4 of a lily, to the 2 and 3 of an F.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering: XPS: VINCIT: XPS: REGNAT: XPS: IMPERAT.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Gold ecu with the sun - Francis I (12th type) ND (1540) from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. The coin was issued during the reign of Francis I, who was instrumental in establishing the French Renaissance and promoting the arts, literature, and culture. The coin's design, featuring the sun and the king's image, symbolized the king's power and influence during this time. Additionally, the use of gold in the coin's minting reflected the wealth and prosperity of France during this period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1540) M 3389 - - - - - -

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