© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
½ Stiver - Philip the Handsome, Regency ND
1485 year| Silver | 1.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Burgundian Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip the Handsome (1482-1506) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1485 |
| Value | ½ Patard (Stiver) (1) |
| Currency | Groot (864-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#311050 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long, forked cross intersecting legends. Fleur-de-lis in center of cross, and alternating lilies and lions in the angles
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: BENEDIC ⋆ AIA ⋆ MEA ⋆ DnO
Lettering (regular font): BENEDIC ⋆ AIA ⋆ MEA ⋆ DNO
Unabridged legend: Benedictum Anima Mea Domino
Translation: My soul praises the Lord
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Stiver 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 development of the Habsburg dynasty. The coin's design features Philip's portrait, which was a common feature of coins minted during his reign.
