© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1⁄20 Ecu - Philip II
| Billon | 3.3 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Hainaut (French States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1582-1585 |
| Value | ¹⁄₂₀ Ecu (0.0875) |
| Currency | Florin (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#338216 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Floriate cross with quatrefoil at center. Date at top divided by mint mark (tower).
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS · MIHI · ADIVTOR
Translation: The Lord is my help.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Dutch Revolt. The County of Hainaut was a region in the Low Countries that was under Spanish rule at the time, and the coin was likely used as a means of payment for soldiers and merchants. Despite the turmoil, the coin still features a detailed image of Philip II, the King of Spain, on one side, and the Hainaut coat of arms on the other. This coin is a small but fascinating piece of history that provides a glimpse into the complex political and economic dynamics of 16th-century Europe.
