© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Gigot des Etats - Philip II ND
| Copper | 3.60 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Lordship of Tournai, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1578-1581 |
| Value | 1 Gigot (Duit) (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.60 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#82172 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned Burgundian cross with firesteel at center, from which hangs the jewel of the Golden Fleece.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PACE . ET . IVSTITIA
Translation: Peace and Justice
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Gigot des Etats - Philip II ND (1578-1581) coin from Spanish Netherlands (Lordship of Tournai, Belgian States) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Philip II of Spain, who was also the ruler of the Habsburg Netherlands at the time. This period saw significant religious and political tensions, as well as conflicts with neighboring countries, which had a profound impact on the local economy and the production of coins. Despite these challenges, the 1 Gigot des Etats coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout the region.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1578-1581) | 58729 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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