© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Mijten - Charles V ND
| Billon (.024 silver) | 1.08 g | - |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles V (1506-1555) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1524-1529 |
| Value | 2 Mites (Mijten) (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.024 silver) |
| Weight | 1.08 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#394869 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short cross pattée with lion at center. Legend begins with mint mark (hand).
Script: Latin
Lettering: DA M VIRTVTE CO HOST TVOS
Unabridged legend: Da Mihi Virtute Contra Hostes Tuos
Translation: Give me strength against your enemies
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Mijten coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles V, who was the first king to unite the crowns of Castile, Aragon, and Navarre, and became the first king of Spain. This coin was minted during a time of great change and expansion for the Spanish Empire, and it features an image of Charles V on one side and the coat of arms of the Duchy of Brabant on the other.
