3 Florin - Siege of 1579-1580 1579 front 3 Florin - Siege of 1579-1580 1579 back
3 Florin - Siege of 1579-1580 1579 photo
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3 Florin - Siege of

1579 year
Gold 4.02 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Brussels (Belgian States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1579
Value
3 Gulden
Currency
Gulden (1506-1713)
Composition
Gold
Weight
4.02 g
Shape
Square (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Klippe
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#393813
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Florin - Siege of 1579-1580 1579 coin from the City of Brussels (Belgian States) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and conflict in the region. The Siege of 1579-1580 was a military conflict between the Spanish Empire and the Dutch Republic, and the coin was likely minted as a way to finance the military efforts of the City of Brussels during this time. Despite the turmoil, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item to this day.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1579  782 - - - - - -

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