© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
2 Souverains - Joseph II Vienna
| Gold (.919) | 11.06 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Joseph II (1780-1790) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1783-1787 |
| Value | 2 Souverains (17.85) |
| Currency | Florin (1744-1798) |
| Composition | Gold (.919) |
| Weight | 11.06 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#83297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned oval shield with Austria-Lorraine-Burgundy arms atop a Burgundian cross, surrounded by the collar of the Order of the Golden Fleece. Date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCH · AUST · DUX · BURG · LOTH · BRAB · COM · FLAN · 1787
Unabridged legend: Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae Lotharingia Brabantiae Comes Flandriae
Translation: Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, Lorraine, Brabant, Count of Flanders
Comment
Krause erroneously call this type a (1) souverain. KM#33 has both Brussels and Vienna mints, but they are split in Numista (see link for Brussels).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Souverains coin from Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) is that it was minted during the reign of Joseph II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the Habsburg monarchy. The coin's design features a portrait of Joseph II on one side and the imperial eagle on the other, symbolizing the power and authority of the Habsburg dynasty. The use of gold in the coin's minting also reflects the value and prestige associated with the Habsburgs, who were known for their wealth and influence in Europe during this time.
