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2 Souverains - Leopold II
| Gold (.919) | 11.06 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Leopold II (1790-1792) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1790-1792 |
| 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#26308 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned oval shield with arms of Austria-Lorraine-Burgundy atop Burgundian cross, surrounded by collar of the Order of the Golden Fleece. Date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCH · AVST · DVX · BVRG · LOTH · BRAB · COM · FLAN · 1792 ·
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 calls this a (1) souverain.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Souverains - Leopold II 1790-1792 coin from Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Leopold II, who was known for his enlightened policies and his efforts to modernize the Habsburg Empire. The coin's mintage coincided with the French Revolution, which had a significant impact on the political landscape of Europe and the Austrian Netherlands in particular. Despite the turmoil of the time, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, a testament to the enduring legacy of the Austrian Netherlands and its rich history.
