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1 Liard - Charles II
| Copper | 3.84 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1690-1696 |
| Value | 1 Liard (Oord) (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.84 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8591 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 36% |
Reverse
Crowned eight-fold Spanish arms, date divided by crown at beginning/end of legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCH. AVS. DVX. BVRG. BRAB Z
Translation: Archduke of Austria, duke of Burgundy, etc.
Comment
The mintage of 1693 for the Antwerp mint includes the coins dated 1695 and 1696 for Antwerp as well.The mintage of 1692 for the Brussels mint includes the coins dated 1693-1695 for Brussels as well.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Liard coin from Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) made of Copper weighing 3.84 g is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles II (1690-1696), who was the King of Spain and the ruler of the Spanish Netherlands. At that time, the region was facing economic and political challenges, including the effects of the Nine Years' War (1688-1697) and the subsequent Treaty of Ryswick, which had a significant impact on the region's economy and trade. Despite these challenges, the coin was still minted and used as a means of exchange, highlighting the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of the region during a time of great change and uncertainty.
