© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
1 Gold Ecu - Henry of Brederode ND
| Gold | 3.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Vianen (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Henry of Brederode (Hendrik van Brederode) (1556-1568) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1556-1568 |
| Value | 1 Gold Ecu (3) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.34 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#384345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriated cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: XPS VINCIT XPS REGNAT XPS IMPERAT
Lettering (regular font): XPS VINCIT XPS REGNAT XPS IMPERAT
Translation: Christ conquers, Christ rules, Christ commands
Comment
Design of this Vianen crown imitates that of Francois I (see link).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Gold Ecu coin from the Lordship of Vianen is that it features a unique design, with an image of Henry of Brederode, the Lord of Vianen, on one side, and a shield with the coat of arms of the Dutch States on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great political and religious upheaval in the Netherlands, and its design reflects the complex political and cultural influences of the era.
