© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
½ Liard "Gigot" - Albert and Isabella Maastricht ND
| Copper | 2.40 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Albert VII (1598-1621) Isabella Clara Eugenia (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1602-1610 |
| Value | ½ Liard (Duit) (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.40 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#100283 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield with arms of Maastricht over floriate cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHIDVCES AVST DV[CE] BV[R] ET B
Comment
Weight: 1602-1605, 2,40 g ; 1606-1610, 1,91 g.A. de Witte #974
Known as Gigot (French) or Duit (Dutch)
Interesting fact
The ½ Liard "Gigot" coin from Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of political and economic change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Albert and Isabella, who were the rulers of the Habsburg Netherlands, a territory that included present-day Belgium, Luxembourg, and parts of the Netherlands. This coin was minted at a time when the region was experiencing economic growth and cultural flourishing, and it is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.
