© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Crown - Albert and Isabella
| Gold (.882) | 3.41 g | 26 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 | 1614-1617 (1614-1621) |
| Value | 1 Crown (1 Kroon) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Gold (.882) |
| Weight | 3.41 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61006 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms flanked by two crowned firesteels.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID · AVST ·DVCES · BVRG · BRAB · Z
Translation: Archdukes of Austria, dukes of Burgundy, Brabant, etc.
Comment
Known as couronne d'or (French) or gouden kroon (Dutch).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the Spanish Netherlands. The coin was issued by Albert and Isabella, who were the rulers of the Spanish Netherlands during a period of great religious and political tension. The coin's minting was likely a way for the rulers to assert their authority and control over the region, despite the challenges they faced.
