© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
30 Patards 2 Testons - Ernest of Bavaria
| Silver | 16.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Ernest of Bavaria (Ernst von Bayern) (1581-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1611-1612 |
| Value | 2 Testons = 30 Patards (1.5) |
| Currency | Florin Brabant-Liege (1545-1650) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#340533 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Capped shield with Bouillon arms on top of crossed sword and crozier, ornaments on each side and below; date at top divided by cap.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX ✿ BULLIONENSIS 16 11
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political turmoil in Europe. The Prince-bishopric of Liege was a small state in what is now Belgium, and it was ruled by a prince-bishop who was both the spiritual and secular leader of the region. The coin was minted during the reign of Ernest of Bavaria, who was a Catholic bishop and a member of the powerful Wittelsbach family. The coin's design features an image of Ernest on one side and the coat of arms of the Prince-bishopric of Liege on the other. Despite its small size, this coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the complex political and religious landscape of early 17th-century Europe.
