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⅓ Gold Lion - Philip the Good ND
| Gold (.958) | 1.44 g | - |
| Issuer | Burgundian Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip the Good (1419-1467) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1454-1456 |
| Value | 1/3 Gold Lion (20) |
| Currency | Groot (864-1506) |
| Composition | Gold (.958) |
| Weight | 1.44 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#397040 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield of Burgundy in polylobe. Legend ends with firesteel.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ SIT × nOmEN × DOmInI × BEnEDICTVm
Lettering (regular font): ✠ SIT × NOMEN × DOMINI × BENEDICTVM
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅓ Gold Lion coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip the Good, who was the Duke of Burgundy and Count of Flanders from 1454 to 1456. This coin was a standard circulation coin in the Burgundian Netherlands, which is now part of modern-day Belgium. Despite being made of gold, the coin weighs only 1.44 grams, making it a unique and rare find for collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1454-1456) | 25190 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅓ Gold Lion - Philip the Good ND (1454-1456) coin.
