© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Mites - Charles V ND
| Billon (.014 silver) | 1.02 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles V (1506-1555) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1521-1536 |
| Value | 2 Mites (Korte) (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Billon (.014 silver) |
| Weight | 1.02 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#102772 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross pattée with shield at center, within beaded inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DA MICHI VIRT CONT HOS TVOS
Translation: Give me strength against your enemy.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Mites coin from Spanish Netherlands 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 monarch 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. Despite its small size and relatively low silver content, the 2 Mites coin played an important role in the economy of the time and remains a valuable collector's item today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1521-1536) | 3303399 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Mites - Charles V ND (1521-1536) coin.
