© Timbrimi
© Timbrimi
1 Stiver - Philip the Handsome ND
| Billon (319) | 2.75 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Burgundian Netherlands (County of Holland, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip the Handsome (1482-1506) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1496-1499 |
| Value | 1 Patard (Stiver) (2) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (319) |
| Weight | 2.75 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247643 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Large floriate cross dividing legend and extending beyond a quadrilonbe that surrounds it, flower in center (Dordrecht mintmark).
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SIT + NOMEN + DNI + BNEDICTV
Lettering (regular font): SIT + NOMEN + DNI + BNEDICTV
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord
Edge
Plain
Comment
Two main varieties exist:- Crown protrudes above the inner circle and divides legend (main photos)
- Crown is contained within the circle and does not interrupt legend, as in the dated 1499 variety (see reference):
Copyright Heritage Europe
Variations in legend exist
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip the Handsome, who was the Duke of Burgundy and the Count of Holland, among other titles. He was known for his diplomatic and political skills, and his reign saw the expansion of the Burgundian Netherlands through strategic alliances and military conquests. This coin, which bears his image, is a testament to his influence and power during that time.
