2 Stivers "Double Vuurijzer" - Philip the Handsome 1492-1494 front 2 Stivers "Double Vuurijzer" - Philip the Handsome 1492-1494 back
2 Stivers "Double Vuurijzer" - Philip the Handsome 1492-1494 photo
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.

2 Stivers "Double Vuurijzer" - Philip the Handsome

 
Silver (.798) 2.91 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Burgundian Netherlands (Duchy of Guelders, Dutch States)
Duke
Philip the Handsome (1482-1494)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1492-1494
Value
2 Patards (Stuivers) (4)
Currency
Groot (1046-1506)
Composition
Silver (.798)
Weight
2.91 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#95654
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Shield with Austria-Burgundy arms over a floriate cross.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ✤ SALVVM ⁑ FAC ⁑ POPVLVM ⁑ TVVM ⁑ DOMINE 1492

Lettering (regular font): ✤ SALVVM ⁑ FAC ⁑ POPVLVM ⁑ TVVM ⁑ DOMINE 1492

Translation: Save your people, Lord.

Interesting fact

The "Double Vuurijzer" coin was minted during the reign of Philip the Handsome, who was the Duke of Burgundy and the Count of Flanders. The coin's design features a unique double-headed eagle, which symbolizes the unity of the two regions under Philip's rule. The eagle is also depicted holding a shield with the coat of arms of the Duchy of Guelders, which adds to the coin's historical significance.