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Écu d'or au soleil de Bretagne, 2e type
| Issuer | France |
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| Year | 1515-1540 |
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| Value | 1 Gold Ecu |
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| Obverse description | A crowned shield of France bearing three fleurs-de-lis occupies the central field, surmounted by a radiant sun. The shield is flanked on either side by a crowned F (for Franciscus) to the left and a crowned ermine spot (hermine), the heraldic symbol of Brittany, to the right. The circumferential Latin legend reading FRANCISCVS: D: G: FRANCOR: REX: BRITANIE: DVX encircles the design, identifying Francis I as King of France and Duke of Brittany. The overall composition reflects the hammered coinage style of the early French Renaissance, with bold heraldic elements typical of royal Breton issues. |
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| Reverse script | Latin |
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| Mintage | ND (1515-1540) N - - ND (1515-1540) R - - |
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