© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
4 Mites - John of Elteren ND
| Copper | 1.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordships of Vogelzang, Zolder and Zonhoven (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | John of Elteren (Jan van Elteren) (1457-1487) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1457-1487 |
| Value | 4 Mites (Mijten) (⅙) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#309068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short cross pattee, at the center a small shield with the letter I.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + mOnETA nOVA FCA VOGhEL[S]A
Translation: New coinage made in Vogelzang.
Comment
The design of the coin imitates the Brabant 4 mite issued by Philip the Good (see link below).
The lordships of Vogelzang, Zolder and Zonhoven were originally fiefs of the Count of Loon, but passed first to Jan of Hamal (1367-1386), then Engelbert I and Engelbert II of la Marck. When the latter died without legitimate heir in 1422, they passed to his nephew, Henry of Bastogne, and on his death in 1455 to his grandson John.
(abridged from Elsen Auction catalog 126, Sept., 2015)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 4 Mites - John of Elteren ND (1457-1487) from Lordships of Vogelzang, Zolder and Zonhoven (Belgian States) made of Copper weighing 1.1 g is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of John of Elteren, who was a powerful nobleman in the Belgian States. This coin was used as a means of exchange and commerce during this time and was likely used by merchants, traders, and everyday people to purchase goods and services. Despite its small denomination, the coin holds significant historical value and is a fascinating piece of numismatic history.