© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Carolus - Albert and Isabella
| Billon | 1.4 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | County of Burgundy (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Albert VII (1598-1621) |
| Countess | Isabella Clara Eugenia (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1612-1621 |
| Value | 1 Carolus = 2 Kreuzers (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#96078 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arms of Franche-Comte with date above, within inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DVCES ET COMIT BVRGVNDIAE
1613
Translation: ... Dukes and Counts of Burgundy.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Carolus - Albert and Isabella coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Europe. The County of Burgundy, where the coin was minted, was part of the Habsburg Empire, which was one of the most powerful empires in Europe at the time. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing economic and trade needs of the region, and it features the images of King Albert and Queen Isabella, who ruled the region during this period. Despite its small size, the coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political climate of 17th century Europe.
