© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Brûlé of 4 Sols - George of Austria
| Copper | 2.7 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | George of Austria (1544-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1544-1555 |
| Value | 1 Brûlé (0.002) |
| Currency | Florin Brabant-Liege (1545-1650) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#148519 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
The perron of Liege dividing date and surrounded by three coats of arms placed in a triangle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ DVX BVLLON COMES LOSSEN
Unabridged legend: Dux Bullonensis comes Lossensis
Translation: Duke of Bouillon, Count of Loon
Edge
Plain
Comment
Variable weight (2.3 - 3.1 g.)Interesting fact
The coin features a unique design, with a crowned shield on the obverse (front) side and a cross on the reverse (back) side, which was a common design element in coins during the Renaissance period.
