Franc

The franc is the name of several currency units, most notably for the former French francs. The name is said to derive from the Latin inscription francorum rex ("King of the Franks") on early French coins, or from the French franc, meaning "free".

Origins

The franc was originally a French gold coin of 3.87 g minted in 1360 on the occasion of the release of King John II ("the good"), held by the English since his capture at the Battle of Poitiers four years earlier. It was equivalent to one livre tournois (Tours pound).

Related Topics:
Gold - 1360 - John II ("the good") - Battle of Poitiers - Livre tournois

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