© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Stiver - Ernest of Lynden ND
| Billon | 1.25 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Reckem (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Ernest of Aspremont-Lynden (Ernst van Aspremont-Lynden) (1603-1636) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1603-1636 |
| Value | 1 Stiver (1 Stuiver) (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Gulden (1553-1665) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#397448 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long ornate cross with voided center and forked tips dividing inner quadrilobe and legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEVS PROTECTO NOS
Translation: God protects us.
Comment
Reckheim is included in Austrian Netherlands in the KM catalog. Legend variants are known.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Stiver coin from the Lordship of Reckem is that it features an image of Ernest of Lynden, who was a prominent noble during the 17th century. The coin was minted during his reign as Lord of Reckem, which lasted from 1603 to 1636. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history, providing a glimpse into the economic and political systems of the time.
