France Gold Ecu - Louis IX, 1270
Information
Country
France
France
Currency
Livre tournois
(987 – 1795)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Gold Ecu - Louis IX
Year
1270
Ruler
Louis IX (Saint Louis)
(1226–1270)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4
Diameter (mm)
24
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Gold Ecu - Louis IX from France. Issued in 1270. Struck in Gold (.999). Measures 24 mm and weighs 4 g.
- Obverse
- Ecu with six fleurs-de-lis in a polylobe. (Louis, by the grace of God, king of the Franks.)
- Reverse
- Greek cross with flowered arms and fleur-de-lys. (Christ defeats, Christ rules, Christ commands.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1270) | — | (fr) 8 exemplaires connus. |
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