© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
¼ Silver Real - Albert and Isabella
| Billon (.396 silver) | 1.73 g | 22 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 | 1604-1609 |
| Value | ¼ Silver Real |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Billon (.396 silver) |
| Weight | 1.73 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#104700 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned firesteel divides date, jewel of the Golden Fleece hangs below. Mintmark at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · ARCHID · AVST · DVCES · BVRG · ET · BRAB · Z ·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Silver Real coin from Spanish Netherlands is that it was minted during the reign of Albert and Isabella, who were the rulers of the Spanish Netherlands from 1604 to 1609. This coin was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and other metals, and it weighs 1.73 grams. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it has a unique historical significance and is a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
