© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
½ Stiver "half vuurijzer" - Philip the Handsome, Regency ND
| Billon (.260 silver) | 1.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Burgundian Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip the Handsome (1482-1506) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1485-1487 |
| Value | ½ Patard (Stiver) (1) |
| Currency | Groot (864-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.260 silver) |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#313514 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short floriate cross with fleur-de-lis in center, punctuation by trefoils.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ BENEDIC · AIA · MEA · DOMInO
Lettering (regular font): ✠ BENEDIC · AIA · MEA · DOMINO
Unabridged legend: Benedictum Anima Mea Domino
Translation: My soul praises the Lord
Comment
A similar type was issued for Brabant (see reference below). The fleur-de-lis reverse identifies this as the Flemish issue.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the regency of Philip the Handsome, who was the son of King Maximilian I and Mary of Burgundy. Philip was known for his diplomatic and political skills, and he played a significant role in the politics of the Burgundian Netherlands during his regency. The coin's design, which features a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the County of Flanders, reflects the political and cultural influences of the region during this time period.
