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12 Mites - François d'Alençon, Ghent Revolt
| Copper | 6.48 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | States in Revolt (1577-1585) |
| Duke | Francis of Anjou (1582-1584) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1582-1583 |
| Value | 12 Mites (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.48 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#26678 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with arms of Flanders-Anjou surrounded by collar of the Golden Fleece.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · NISI · DNS · FRVSTRA
Translation: If the Lord is not with us, everything is in vain.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Minted during the short-lived reign of François d'Anjou (1581-3), who was elected Count of Flanders after Spanish King Philip II was denied his titles by the Flemish parliament.The Spanish conquered Ghent in 1584, returning it to the Spanish Netherlands.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 12 Mites coin is that it was minted during the Ghent Revolt, a significant event in the history of the Spanish Netherlands (now Belgium). The revolt was a rebellion against the Spanish rule and took place between 1582 and 1583. The coin, which features François d'Alençon, was likely used as a means of financing the rebellion and was circulated among the people of Ghent and the surrounding areas. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and is considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1582 | 133076 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1583 | 105076 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 12 Mites - François d'Alençon, Ghent Revolt 1582-1583 coin.
