© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
4 Mites - François d'Alençon, Ghent Revolt
1582 year| Copper | 1.66 g |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | States in Revolt (1577-1585) |
| Duke | Francis of Anjou (1582-1584) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1582 |
| Value | 4 Mites (2 Korte) (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.66 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#135580 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with arms of Flanders/Anjou over a lily-tipped cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: · NISI · DNS · FRVSTRA
Translation: If God is not with us, all is in vain
Comment
Minted during the short-lived reign of François d'Anjou (1581-3), who was elected Count of Flanders after Spanish King Philip II was denied his titles by the Flemish parliament.The Spanish conquered Ghent in 1584, returning it to the Spanish Netherlands.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Mites coin featuring François d'Alençon and the Ghent Revolt of 1582 is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and political upheaval in the region. The Ghent Revolt was a rebellion against Spanish rule in the County of Flanders, which was part of the Spanish Netherlands at the time. The revolt was led by a coalition of local nobles and cities, who sought to assert their rights and freedoms against the Spanish crown. Despite facing significant opposition, the rebels were ultimately able to secure some concessions from the Spanish, including the right to mint their own coins. This coin, featuring François d'Alençon, who was a prominent leader of the revolt, is a tangible reminder of that historic event and the struggles of the people of the region during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1582 | 7182 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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