© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Ecu - Philip III
1578 year| Silver | 33.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip III (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1578 |
| Value | 1 Silver Ecu |
| Currency | Florin (1353-1713) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 33.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#434421 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms between two Luxembourg shields.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS MIHI ADIVTOR
Interesting fact
The Ecu - Philip III 1578 from Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) was minted during a time when the region was experiencing significant political and economic changes. The coin's design features the image of Philip III, the Duke of Luxembourg, who ruled the region from 1544 to 1578. During his reign, Luxembourg experienced significant growth and prosperity, and the coin's minting was likely a reflection of this economic success. The fact that the coin was made of silver also speaks to the region's wealth and influence at the time.
