© Schulman auction house
© Schulman auction house
½ Stuiver - David of Burgundy ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Utrecht (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | David of Burgundy (David van Bourgondië) (1457-1494) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1455-1496 |
| Value | ½ Stuiver (1) |
| Currency | Groot (1024-1528) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#331382 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short flowered cross with coat of arms of the Sticht
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: mOn'· nOVA· EPI'· TRAIECTEn'
Lettering (regular font): MON'· NOVA· EPI'· TRAIECTEN'
Interesting fact
The ½ Stuiver coin from the Bishopric of Utrecht, featuring David of Burgundy, is notable for its unique design. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of David of Burgundy, while the reverse side bears the image of a bishop's mitre, symbolizing the coin's issuance by the Bishopric of Utrecht. This design was used for coins issued during David's reign as Bishop of Utrecht, and it sets the coin apart from other coins issued during the same period.
