© Poey d'Avant
© Poey d'Avant
Gold Florin of Provence - Joanna I COMITSA PVICE ET FORCALC ND
| Gold | 3 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Provence (French States) |
|---|---|
| Countess | Joanna I of Naples (1343-1382) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1343-1382 |
| Value | 1 Gold Florin (3) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#430225 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint John the Baptist standing facing, holding cross-tipped scepter decorated with pellet and raising right hand in benediction.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: S IOHANNES B
Lettering (regular font): S IOHANNES B
Translation: Saint John, the Baptist.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Florin of Provence - Joanna I is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The County of Provence was part of the French States, but it was constantly threatened by the neighboring Kingdom of Aragon. Despite this, the coinage of Provence remained stable and consistent, with the Gold Florin being one of the most popular coins of its time.
