© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Florin - George of Austria ND
| Gold | 3.17 g | - |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | George of Austria (1544-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1544-1545 |
| Value | 1 Florin (½) |
| Currency | Florin (1456-1545) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.17 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#380424 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriate cross with arms of Liege, Bouillon-Liege, Looz and Franchimont in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + EPS ⸰ LEOD ⸰ DVX ⸰ BVLLO ⸰ COMES ⸰ LOS
Unabridged legend: Episcopus Leodiensis Dux Bullionensis Comes Losensis
Translation: Bishop of Liege, Duke of Bouillon, Count of Looz.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Florin - George of Austria ND (1544-1545) from Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) made of Gold weighing 3.17 g is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe. The Prince-bishopric of Liege was a small state located in what is now Belgium, and it was a significant center of religious and political power during the Renaissance period. The coin's minting was likely a reflection of the complex political and religious dynamics of the time, and it is a fascinating piece of history that has survived to this day.
