© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
½ Gold Guilder - René II ND
| Gold | 1.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | René II (1473-1508) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1473-1508 |
| Value | ½ Gold Florin (1.625) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#322341 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Full-length figure of Saint Nicolas, holding crozier in left hand, raising right hand in blessing. Below left, three children in a vat.
Script: Latin
Lettering: mOnET' ⵓ Aⵓ nAnCEY
Translation: Gold coinage of Nancy.
Comment
The Duke of Lorraine and Bar, René II, chose Saint Nicolas as patron of his duchy in thanks for his victory against the Duke of Burgundy, Charles the Bold, at the Battle of Nancy in 1477.The scene on the reverse refers to the miracle in which the saint resuscitated three children killed by a village butcher and placed in a salting tub.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Gold Guilder - René II ND (1473-1508) from Duchy of Lorraine (French States) is that it was minted during the reign of René II, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to centralize power in the Duchy of Lorraine. The coin's design features an image of René II on one side and the Lorraine cross on the other, symbolizing the duchy's independence and sovereignty. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of gold, indicating the wealth and prosperity of the Duchy of Lorraine during this time period.
