© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Mites - Philip the Bold with FL ND
| Billon | 1.15 g | - |
| Issuer | Burgundian Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip the Bold (1384-1404) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1386-1387 |
| Value | 2 Mites (Mijten) (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Groot (864-1506) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.15 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#309832 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Long cross pattee intersecting legend
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: +mO nET AFL AnD
Lettering (regular font): +MO NET AFL AND
Translation: Coinage of Flanders
Comment
Due to the very low silver content, this coin is described either as billon or copper.This type is differentiated from a similar type of Philip the Good by having a long cross reverse, and the title DUke of Burgundy obverse (reference below)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the region. Philip the Bold, the Duke of Burgundy, had recently established a new monetary system in an effort to stabilize the economy and promote trade. The introduction of the 2 Mites coin, which was equal to one-eighth of a silver groat, was part of this effort. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remained in circulation for several decades, indicating its success in facilitating commerce in the region.
