¼ Noble - Philip the Bold ND (1388-1404) front ¼ Noble - Philip the Bold ND (1388-1404) back
¼ Noble - Philip the Bold ND (1388-1404) photo
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.

¼ Noble - Philip the Bold ND

 
Gold (.989) 1.95 g -
Description
Issuer
Burgundian Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States)
Duke
Philip the Bold (1384-1404)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1388-1404
Value
¼ Gold Noble
Currency
Groot (864-1506)
Composition
Gold (.989)
Weight
1.95 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#309916
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ornate floriate cross with letter P inside small decorated polylobe at center, a lion in each angle.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ✠ EXALTABITVR : IN : GLORIA

Lettering (regular font): ✠ EXALTABITVR : IN : GLORIA

Translation: He will be exalted in glory

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip the Bold, who was the first Duke of Burgundy and a powerful figure in medieval Europe. He played a significant role in shaping the political and economic landscape of the region, and his coinage reflects the wealth and influence of the Burgundian Netherlands during that time.