© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Gold Angel - Louis I of Nevers ND
| Gold | 4.55 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Flanders (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Louis I of Nevers (1322-1346) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1341-1346 |
| Value | 1 Gold Angel |
| Currency | Groot (864-1506) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.55 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#395731 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Triple floriate cross inside a quadrilobe with roaring lions in angles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ LVDOVICVS * COMES * ET * DOMInVS * FLAnDERIE
Lettering (regular font): ✠ LVDOVICVS * COMES * ET * DOMINVS * FLANDERIE
Translation: Louis, Count and Lord of Flanders
Comment
The specimen in the photos, in the Bibliotheque Nationale de France is the only known example.
The design is loosely based on the Ange d'Or of Philip VI of France, hence must date from 1341 or later.
Known to Gaillard and mentioned in his book, but not numbered and no image.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Angel coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the County of Flanders, which was part of the Belgian States. Despite the political and economic challenges of the time, the coin's minting was a testament to the region's resilience and determination to maintain economic stability.
