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Florin - Cornelis van Bergen ND
| Gold | 3.19 g | - |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Corneille of Berghes (1538-1544) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1538-1544 |
| Value | 1 Florin (½) |
| Currency | Florin (1456-1545) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.19 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#338457 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arms of Bergen in center, with arms of Brabant, Berthout and Bautershem around, in shape of inverted triangle
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DVX✿ BVI LON ✿ ET ✿ CO ✿ LOSS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Florin coin is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in the Prince-bishopric of Liege. The coin features an image of Cornelis van Bergen, who was the Prince-Bishop of Liege from 1538 to 1544, a period marked by the Protestant Reformation and the subsequent religious conflicts in the region. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the enduring legacy of the Prince-bishopric of Liege.
