1 Patagon - Charles II (Type 1) 1666-1691 front 1 Patagon - Charles II (Type 1) 1666-1691 back
1 Patagon - Charles II (Type 1) 1666-1691 photo
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1 Patagon - Charles II Type

 
Silver (.873) 28.10 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States)
King
Charles II (1665-1700)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1666-1691
Value
1 Patagon
Currency
Gulden (1506-1713)
Composition
Silver (.873)
Weight
28.10 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#106164
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Crowned arms, surrounded by the collar of the Golden Fleece.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID · AVST · DVX · BVRG · BRAB · Zc

Unabridged legend: Archidux Austriae, Dux Burgundiae Brabantiae Etcetera

Translation: Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burguny and Brabant, etcetera

Comment

The type 1 patagon of Charles II is characterized by the date obverse divided by the cross.

 

Catalog types and mints align as follows:

Antwerp (hand mint mark) - KM#81.1, GH 350-1a

Brussels (head mint mark) - KM#81.2, GH 350-2a

Brussels, with obverse legend variant HISPANIARVM, GH 350-2b

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Patagon - Charles II (Type 1) 1666-1691 from Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) made of Silver (.873) weighing 28.10 g is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Dutch Revolt, which was a series of conflicts between the Dutch Republic and the Spanish Empire that lasted from 1566 to 1648. Despite the political instability of the time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.