© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
½ Ecu - Philip II ART
1586 year| Silver | 17.05 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Artois (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Philip V (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1586 |
| Value | ½ Ecu (0.875) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.05 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#434793 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain, Austria, Burgundy on a burgundian cross, flanked by two firesteels, bearing the jewel of the Golden Fleece.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS MIHI ADIVTOR
Translation: The Lord is my help.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France. Philip II, who ruled from 1556 to 1598, was involved in a series of wars, including the Wars of Religion, which lasted from 1562 to 1598. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the time remained consistent, with the ½ Ecu denomination being introduced in 1586. This coin, made of silver and weighing 17.05 grams, would have been an important part of everyday transactions during this period.
