© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Denier - Philip the Good ND
| Billon (.040 silver) | 2.27 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | County of Hainaut (French States) |
|---|---|
| Regent | Philip the Good (1425-1467) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1434-1467 |
| Value | 2 Denier = 4 Mites = ⅙ Gros |
| Currency | Gros (1071-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.040 silver) |
| Weight | 2.27 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#95706 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Long cross, dividing legend, Hainaut monogram in center.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠MONETA VALENCENENSIS
Lettering (regular font): ✠MONETA VALENCENENSIS
Translation: Coinage of Valenciennes
Comment
1434/1456 billon 40‰ weight 2,27 g1466/1467 billon 33‰ weight 2,15 g
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip the Good, who was the Duke of Burgundy and Count of Hainaut from 1434 to 1467. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to centralize power, which led to the development of a strong and prosperous state. This coin, which was made of billon (a silver-copper alloy) and weighed 2.27 grams, was likely used in everyday transactions and provides a glimpse into the economic and monetary systems of the time.
