© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
Gold Florin anonymous ND
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Aquitaine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Edward III (1325-1362,1372-1377) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1344-1354 |
| Value | 1 Florin (2) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#355533 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. John standing facing.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 👑 S IOHANNES B 🐱
Translation: St. John the Baptist.
Interesting fact
The Gold Florin anonymous ND (1344-1354) from Duchy of Aquitaine (French States) is an interesting coin because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was minted during the reign of King John II of France, who was trying to stabilize the French economy after a period of inflation and currency devaluation. The Gold Florin was introduced as a new standardized currency to replace the various local currencies that were in use across the French states. It was made of gold, which was a valuable and stable metal, and it featured a unique design that included the image of a fleur-de-lis, which was a symbol of French royalty. Despite its introduction during a time of economic uncertainty, the Gold Florin anonymous ND (1344-1354) from Duchy of Aquitaine (French States) remains a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
