© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Gulden - Albert and Isabella Piedfort of double weight
| Silver (.833) | 60.54 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Albert VII (1598-1621) Isabella Clara Eugenia (1598-1621) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1600-1602 |
| Value | 2 Florins (Gulden) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 60.54 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#121554 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms surrounded by the collar of the Order of the Golden Fleece; crown divides date, mintmark at top of crown.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHIDVCES AVST DVCES BVRG ET BRAB Z
Comment
Also know as double florin (French).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the Spanish Netherlands. The coin was issued by Albert and Isabella, who were the ruling archdukes of the region, but the minting of the coin was likely done without the proper authorization of the Spanish King, Philip III. This has led some historians to consider the coin as a "rebel coin" or a symbol of resistance against Spanish rule.
