Francis 1, Ecu d' or au Soleil du Dauphine 1515-28, type 1:
Obverse: (crown)+FRANCISCVS DEI GRA FRACOR REX - Francis by the grace of God King of the Franks ; Arms of the Dauphin of France, under a sun.
Reverse: (crown)XPS VINCIT XPS RENAT XPS IMPERAT - Christ conquers Christ Reigns Christ commands ; fleurdelized cross with quatrefoil heart.
Composition: .958 gold. Weight: 3.3 grams.
C 1082. L 645. Dy 782.

The advent of François I traditionally marks the beginning of the Ancient Regime in France.

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