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Escalin / Schelling - Albert and Isabella
| Silver (.583) | 5.26 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Albert VII (1598-1621) Isabella Clara Eugenia (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1616-1621 (1612-1621) |
| Value | 1 Schilling (0.30) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Silver (.583) |
| Weight | 5.26 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61008 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Crowned eight-fold arms over Burgundian cross. Legend ends with mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID AVS DVCES BVRG [ET] BR Z
Comment
Known as escalin (French) or schelling (Dutch).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the Spanish Netherlands. The coin was issued by Albert and Isabella, who were the rulers of the Duchy of Brabant, a region that is now part of modern-day Belgium. During their reign, the Dutch States, which included the Duchy of Brabant, were fighting for independence from Spain, which led to a period of political instability and economic upheaval. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the time continued to be minted, and this particular coin is a testament to the resilience and determination of the people of the region during that period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1612-1614) | 11464 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Escalin / Schelling - Albert and Isabella 1616-1621 (1612-1621) coin.