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30 Patards 2 Testons - Ferdinand of Bavaria
| Silver | 16.6 g | 38.5 mm |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Ferdinand of Bavaria (Ferdinand von Bayern) (1612-1650) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1612-1613 |
| Value | 30 Patards = 2 Testons (1.5) |
| Currency | Florin Brabant-Liege (1545-1650) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.6 g |
| Diameter | 38.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#340606 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Capped shield with Bouillon arms over crossed sword and crozier, ornaments on both sides and below, date at top divided by cap.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX ❀ BVLLONENSIS 161Z
Translation: ...Duke of Bouillon 1612
Comment
There are small variations between the two dates:161Z - Value XXX below bust (KM 45.1, Delmonte 461)
1613 - No value below bust (KM 45.2, Delmonte 462)
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 Ferdinand of Bavaria, who was a powerful bishop and a member of the powerful Bavarian royal family. Despite the turmoil of the time, the coin was made of silver, indicating that the region had a strong economy and access to valuable resources.
