© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
½ Ecu - François d'Alençon, Brabant Revolt
1582 year| Silver | 17.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Brabant States in Revolt (1577-1585) |
| Duke | Francis of Anjou (1582-1584) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1582 |
| Value | ½ Ecu (½ Daalder) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#330623 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of France flanked by two letters F
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ AETERNVM · MEDITANS · DECVS · 1582
Translation: Toward eternal glory
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ecu coin from the Brabant Revolt is that it was minted during a time of great political and social upheaval in the region. The Brabant Revolt was a rebellion against Spanish rule in the Duchy of Brabant, which is now part of modern-day Belgium. The coin was minted in 1582, during the height of the revolt, and its design reflects the political tensions of the time. The coin features an image of François d'Alençon, who was a prominent leader of the rebellion, and its silver content was likely used as a symbol of resistance against Spanish rule.
