© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Florin "Postulate" - John of Hornes ND
| Gold | 2.3 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | John of Hornes (1484-1505) |
| Years | 1485-1505 |
| Value | 1 Florin (½) |
| Currency | Florin (1456-1545) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#298689 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Saint Lambert, full length, standing and facing forward, right hand giving a blessing, and left hand holding crozier
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SANCTVS- LAMBERTV
Lettering (regular font): SANCTVS- LAMBERTV
Translation: Saint Lambert
Comment
A similar type, Delmonte 332, differs mostly in the obverse legend.Weight of this coin is highly variable. Statistical analysis of 23 examples sold by Jean Elsen et Fils between 2011 and 2020 gives a range from 1.6 to 2.68 grams (median of 2.19 g, standard deviation of 0.23 g.)
Saint Lambert, pictured on this coin, was an early bishop of Liege (martyred in 705 A.D.) and is the patron saint of Liege.
