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1 Daalder - Brabant Revolt Piedfort
1584 year| Silver | 38.21 g | - |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Brabant States in Revolt (1577-1585) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1584 |
| Value | 1 Ecu (Daalder) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 38.21 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#351148 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned Brabant shield
Script: Latin
Lettering:
x MONETA x DVCATVS x BRABANTIÆ x
· INTERREGNI· ·SYMBOLVM
Comment
Six known specimens according to Numismatica Genevensis.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Daalder - Brabant Revolt (Piedfort) 1584 coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Brabant Revolt, which took place from 1584 to 1585, was a rebellion against Spanish rule in the Duchy of Brabant, which is now part of modern-day Belgium. The coin was likely minted to help finance the military efforts of the rebels, who were fighting for their independence from Spanish rule. Despite the turmoil, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with intricate details and designs that showcase the skill of the mint masters of the time.
