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1 Patagon - Jean-Louis d'Elderen
| Silver | 27.36 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | John Louis of Elderen (1688-1694) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1689-1693 |
| Value | 1 Patagon (4) |
| Currency | Florin Brabant-Liege (1650-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 27.36 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#358735 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arms with ducal cap.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX · BVL · MAR · FRA · COM · LOS · HOR · 1691
Unabridged legend: Dux Bullionensis Marchio Franchimontensis Comes Loosensis Hornensis
Translation: ...Duke of Bouillon, Marquis of Franchimont, Count of Looz and Hornes
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Patagon - Jean-Louis d'Elderen 1689-1693 from Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) made of Silver weighing 27.36 g is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Prince-bishopric of Liege was a small state located in what is now modern-day Belgium, and it was constantly struggling for survival between the powerful neighboring countries of France, Germany, and the Netherlands. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the Prince-bishopric of Liege remained a symbol of its independence and sovereignty.
