© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Sovereigns - Philip IV Type I
| Gold (.919) | 11.08 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip IV (1621-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1623-1638 |
| Value | 2 Sovereigns |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Gold (.919) |
| Weight | 11.08 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#129434 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield surrounded by collar of the Golden Fleece
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID AVST DVX BVRG BRAB Z
Unabridged legend: Archiducis Austriae Ducis Burgundiae Brabantiae etc.
Translation: Archdukes of Austria, Dukes of Burgundy and Brabant, etc.
Comment
Catalog references align with the mints as follows:Antwerp mint (hand mint mark) - KM 64.2, GH 324-1a, Delmonte 167
Brussels mint (head mint mark) - KM 64.1, GH 324-3a, Delmonte 175
There is disagreement between KM and GH on which mints struck each date. The date list includes all, and additionally the 1623 Antwerp wich is listed by neither but has been verified in an auction sale.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Spanish Netherlands. The Dutch Revolt, which began in 1568, was a rebellion against Spanish rule that lasted for over a century. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of Philip IV, the King of Spain, indicating the continued influence of Spanish rule in the region.
