Brûlé - Érard of la Marck 1512-1526 front Brûlé - Érard of la Marck 1512-1526 back
Brûlé - Érard of la Marck 1512-1526 photo
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Brûlé - Érard of la Marck

 
Copper 3.41 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States)
Prince-bishop
Erard of la Marck (1505-1538)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1512-1526
Value
1 Brûlé (0.001)
Currency
Florin (1456-1545)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.41 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#38902
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Cross pattée within quadrilobe, a rosette in each exterior angle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN . HOC . SIGNO . VINCES . 1517

Translation: In this sign you will conquer.

Interesting fact

The Brûlé - Érard coin from the Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great religious and political turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Low Countries. The coin's minting period, 1512-1526, coincided with the Protestant Reformation and the subsequent religious conflicts that swept across the region. Despite these challenges, the coin's design and production remained consistent, reflecting the enduring importance of trade and commerce during this period.