© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Stiver / Patard - John of Hornes Shield; long cross
1494 year| Billon | 1.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | John of Hornes (1484-1505) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1494 |
| Value | 1 Patard (1 Stiver) (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Florin (1456-1545) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#343673 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée dividing legend and inner circle. Alternating lions horns in the angles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SI DEV NOB C S COn nOS 94
Lettering (regular font): SI DEV NOB C S CON NOS 94
Translation: If God is with us, who can be against us? 94
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Prince-bishopric of Liege, which was a small state in what is now Belgium. The coin was issued by John of Hornes, who was the Prince-bishop of Liege from 1482 to 1505. During his reign, the region was facing economic and political challenges, including a war with the neighboring Duchy of Burgundy. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the Prince-bishopric of Liege continued to be minted, and this particular coin, the 1 Stiver / Patard, is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Liege during this time.
