Grand Blanc - Louis XII ND

Reverse

Cross with two lilies and two crowns in angles, all within quatrefoil.

Lettering: *SIT* nOmEn* DnI* BEnEDICTV, (ponctuation par simple molette à cinq pointes).

Comment

The monetary type of the white with the crown was created under Charles VII, on January 28, 1436. These coins underwent several changes of title and weight. Louis XI fixed their title at 359 thousandths and their theoretical weight at 2,846 g. These characteristics will be taken again under his successor Charles VIII then by Louis XII.

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Le type monétaire du blanc à la couronne fut créé sous Charles VII, le 28 janvier 1436. Ces monnaies connurent plusieurs changements de titre et de poids. Louis XI fixa leur titre à 359 millièmes et leur poids théorique à 2,846 g .Ces caractéristiques seront reprises sous son successeur Charles VIII puis par Louis XII.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Grand Blanc - Louis XII ND (1498) coin from France is that it was minted during the reign of King Louis XII, who was known for his efforts to reform the French currency and minting system. This coin, made of Billon (.359 silver) and weighing 2.846g, was a significant improvement over previous coins and helped to stabilize the French economy during a time of economic growth and change.

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