© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Ducaton - Philip IV Second bust, Brussels
| Silver (.944) | 32.48 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip IV (1621-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1636-1666 |
| Value | 1 Ducaton |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Silver (.944) |
| Weight | 32.48 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#105918 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Coat of arms with crown, lions and Golden Fleece
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID AVST DVX BVRG BRAB Zc
Translation: Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy and Brabant, etc.
Comment
The size of this coin is about 7.53 pieces in the Dutch marc and its denomination is XI deniers VIII pure silver grains.
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducaton coin from Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) minted during the reign of Philip IV (1636-1666) was considered a high-denomination coin during its time, with a value equivalent to 60 silver pesos. Its intricate design features the king's second bust, which was introduced in 1641, and the coat of arms of Brussels on the reverse side. The coin's silver content of .944 makes it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
