© Public domain - Van der Chijs Vol. 2
© Public domain - Van der Chijs Vol. 2
2 Stivers - Philip the Handsome ND
| Silver (.798) | 2.91 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Burgundian Netherlands (Duchy of Guelders, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip the Handsome (1482-1494) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1488-1492 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#370659 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Simple long cross with a letter B in centre; lions and eagles in the quarters
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
REFORmACIO * GVERRE * PAX * EST *
B
Lettering (regular font):
REFORMACIO * GVERRE * PAX * EST *
B
Translation: Peace is the reform of war
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Philip the Handsome, who was the Duke of Burgundy and the father of Charles V, the Holy Roman Emperor.
