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1 Albertin - Albert and Isabella
| Gold (.792) | 2.91 g | 21 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 | 1600-1605 |
| Value | 1 Albertin (Albertijn) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Gold (.792) |
| Weight | 2.91 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#103287 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned Burgundian cross, from which hangs jewel of the Golden Fleece, divides date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCH · AVST · DVC · BVRG · ET · BRAB ·
16 00
Unabridged legend: Archiduces Austriae Duces Burgundiae et Brabantiae
Translation: Archdukes of Austria, Dukes of Burgundy and Brabant
Comment
1 Albertijn in Dutch.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Albertin coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the Spanish Netherlands. The coin was issued during the reign of Albert and Isabella, who were the rulers of the Spanish Netherlands from 1600 to 1605. This period saw significant changes in the region, including the establishment of the Dutch East India Company and the beginning of the Dutch Golden Age, which had a profound impact on trade, commerce, and the arts. Despite these changes, the Albertin coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, reflecting the economic and political stability of the region during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1600 Hand | 230886 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1601 Star | 391 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1604 Star | 2511 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1605 Star | 956 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Albertin - Albert and Isabella 1600-1605 coin.
