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½ Gold Sovereign - Albert and Isabella ND
| Gold (.919) | 2.77 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Lordship of Tournai, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Albert VII (1598-1621) Isabella Clara Eugenia (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1612-1613 |
| Value | ½ Sovereign (3) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Gold (.919) |
| Weight | 2.77 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61029 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms flanked by crowned AE monograms. Legend begins with mint mark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID ·AVST · DVCES · BVRG · DOM · TORN ·
Translation: Archdukes of Austria, Dukes of Burgundy, Lords of Tournai
Comment
Third emission 1612-1621Vanhoudt #615-TO; DelmonteG #442
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Gold Sovereign - Albert and Isabella ND (1612-1613) from Spanish Netherlands (Lordship of Tournai, Belgian States) is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil. The coin was issued during the reign of Albert and Isabella, who were the rulers of the Spanish Netherlands, a region that was part of the Spanish Empire. However, during this time, the region was facing political instability and economic challenges, which led to the minting of this coin as a way to address the economic issues. Despite the challenges, the coin still holds significant historical value and is a sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1612-1613) | 5188 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Gold Sovereign - Albert and Isabella ND (1612-1613) coin.
