King's Gros - Charles VIII ND (1483-1498) front King's Gros - Charles VIII ND (1483-1498) back
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King's Gros - Charles VIII ND

 
Silver (.918) 3.52 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
France
King
Charles VIII (1483-1498)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1483-1498
Value
3 Sols (3⁄20&nbspLT)
Currency
Livre tournois (1204-1795)
Composition
Silver (.918)
Weight
3.52 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#426780
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Floriated cross.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ✠ SIT ★ nOmEN ★ DOmInI ★ BENEDICTVm

Lettering (regular font): ✠ SIT ★ NOMEN ★ DOMINI ★ BENEDICTVM

Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the King's Gros - Charles VIII ND (1483-1498) coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in France. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by King Charles VIII in 1483, which aimed to stabilize the French economy and simplify trade. The coin's design features the king's effigy on one side and the coat of arms of France on the other, symbolizing the power and authority of the French monarchy. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the King's Gros was an important symbol of French currency and played a significant role in the country's economic development during the late Middle Ages.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1483-1498)  138000 - - - - - -

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