Albus 1479-1480 front Albus 1479-1480 back
Albus 1479-1480 photo
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Albus

 
Silver 2.2 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Zutphen (Dutch States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1479-1480
Value
1 Albus
Currency
Groot (-1506)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.2 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#316916
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Long, floriate cross dividing legend, shield containing Gelderland arms at center.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: A'mCCCC *LXXX

Lettering (regular font): A'MCCCC *LXXX

Unabridged legend: Anno MCCCCLXXX

Translation: Year 1480

Interesting fact

The Albus coin from the City of Zutphen (Dutch States) made of Silver weighing 2.2g has an interesting fact that it was used as a currency during the reign of King Albrecht II of Habsburg, who was the Duke of Luxembourg and the Count of Flanders. This coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 1479 to 1480, and it was used as a means of exchange for goods and services in the Dutch States.