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Hardi of Brittany - Louis XII ND
| Billon (.211 silver) | 0.85 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XII (1498-1515) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1498-1515 |
| Value | 1 Hardi (1⁄80 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.211 silver) |
| Weight | 0.85 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#433374 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with two lilies and two hermeline spots in angles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SIT NOMEN DNI BENEDICTV
Lettering (regular font): SIT NOMEN DNI BENEDICTV
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Hardi of Brittany - Louis XII ND (1498-1515) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis XII, who was known for his efforts to centralize power and reform the French economy. The use of billon, a silver-copper alloy, in the coin's minting process was also a common practice during this time period, as it was a more cost-effective alternative to pure silver. Despite its relatively low silver content, the Hardi of Brittany - Louis XII ND coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
