2 Stivers / 2 Patards - John of Hornes (Shield) ND (1485) front 2 Stivers / 2 Patards - John of Hornes (Shield) ND (1485) back
2 Stivers / 2 Patards - John of Hornes (Shield) ND (1485) photo
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2 Stivers / 2 Patards - John of Hornes Shield ND

1485 year
Silver 3.1 g -
Description
Issuer
Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States)
Prince-bishop
John of Hornes (1484-1505)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1485
Value
2 Patards (2 Stivers) (0.1)
Currency
Florin (1456-1545)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.1 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#344520
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Floriate cross with horn at center.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ✠ SI DEVS NOBISCV' QVIS COTRA nOS

Lettering (regular font): ✠ SI DEVS NOBISCV' QVIS COTRA NOS

Translation: If God is with us, who can be against us.

Interesting fact

The coat of arms on the John of Hornes (Shield) coin features a unique blend of religious and secular symbols, reflecting the complex political and religious landscape of the Prince-bishopric of Liege during the 15th century.