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Gold Florin with tower - John Coci ND
| Gold | 3.43 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Saint-Paul-Trois-Chateaux (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | John Coci (Jean Coci) (1349-1364) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1349-1364 |
| Value | 1 Florin |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.43 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#377642 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. John standing facing. Legend ends with a tower.
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 with tower - John Coci ND (1349-1364) from Bishopric of Saint-Paul-Trois-Chateaux (French States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Pope Innocent VI, who was instrumental in establishing the Papal States as a major political power in the region. The coin's design, which features a tower on the reverse side, is believed to represent the power and authority of the Church during this time period. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists and historians, offering a unique glimpse into the economic and political climate of medieval Europe.