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Gold Florin with crosslet - Amadeus VII ND
| Gold | 2.72 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Savoy (Savoy (France), French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Amadeus VII (1383-1391) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1383-1391 |
| Value | 1 Gold Florin (2) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.72 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#372683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint John the Baptist standing facing, wearing a decorated mantle, blessing with his right hand and holding a long cross with his left hand.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ •S• IOHA+NNES •B+
Lettering (regular font): ✠ •S• IOHA+NNES •B+
Translation: St John the Baptist.
Comment
This florin is light in weight.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Florin with crosslet - Amadeus VII ND (1383-1391) from County of Savoy is that it was minted during the reign of Amadeus VII, who was also known as the "Red Count" due to his red hair and beard.
