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½ Gold Écu "Klinckaert" - Philip the Good, Regent ND
| Gold | 1.76 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Holland (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Countess | Jacqueline of Bavaria (1417-1420, 1425-1433) |
| Count | Philip I the Good (1433-1467) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1425-1428 |
| Value | ½ Gold Chair (Gouden schild) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.76 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#337057 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ornate floriate cross in quatrefoil, trefoil in each exterior angle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ XPC ⵓ VINCIT ⵓ XPC ⵓ REGNAT ⵓ XPC ⵓ IMPERAT
Lettering (regular font): ✠ XPC ⵓ VINCIT ⵓ XPC ⵓ REGNAT ⵓ XPC ⵓ IMPERAT
Translation: Christ conquers, Christ rules, Christ commands
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Gold Écu "Klinckaert" coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip the Good, who was the Regent of the County of Holland (Dutch States) from 1425-1428. This coin is a rare example of a gold coin minted during this time period, and its unique design features the image of a knight on horseback, which is surrounded by intricate details and patterns. Additionally, the coin weighs 1.76 grams of gold, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
