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© Dazaya (CC BY)
¼ Patagon - Albert and Isabella
| Silver (.875) | 7.03 g | 31.50 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 | 1615-1617 (1612-1617) |
| Value | ¼ Patagon (0.6) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 7.03 g |
| Diameter | 31.50 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#87026 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned arms surrounded by the collar of the Golden Fleece.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID AVST DVCES BVRG DOM TORN
Comment
The size of this coin is approximately 34.84 Dutch marc coins and its aloi is X deniers XI½ grains of pure silver.Total frapees 1,871,101 ¼ patagón coins in Tournai.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the Spanish Netherlands. The coin was issued by Albert and Isabella, who were the rulers of the Spanish Netherlands during a period of great religious and political tension. The coin's minting was likely a way for the rulers to assert their authority and control over the region, despite the challenges they faced.
