© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Schelling - Charles II
| Silver (.582) | 5.25 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1698-1700 |
| Value | 1 Schilling (0.30) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Silver (.582) |
| Weight | 5.25 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#66947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of Charles II divides date over St. Andrew's cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID AVST DVX BVRG BRAB Z
Edge
Plain
Comment
Know as escalin (French) or schelling (Dutch).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Schelling coin from the Spanish Netherlands is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles II, who was the King of Spain and the ruler of the Spanish Netherlands, a territory that included present-day Belgium, Luxembourg, and parts of the Netherlands. At the time, the Spanish Netherlands was facing significant economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency, which led to the introduction of new coinage systems and financial reforms. Despite these challenges, the 1 Schelling coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency in the region, and its silver content made it a valuable and sought-after coin among merchants and traders.
