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Gold Écu "Klinckaert" - Jacqueline and Philip the Good, Regent ND
| Gold | 3.47 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Holland (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Countess | Jacqueline of Bavaria (1417-1420, 1425-1433) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1428-1433 |
| Value | Gold Chair (Gouden schild) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.47 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#131951 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floral triple cross in quatrefoil.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + XPC: VINCIT: XPC: REGNAT: XPC: IMPERAT
Lettering (regular font): + XPC: VINCIT: XPC: REGNAT: XPC: IMPERAT
Translation: Christ conquers, Christ rules, Christ commands
Comment
Delm. 741. Grolle 20C.1.2 b. Witt. 3315.In French Chaise d’or.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Écu "Klinckaert" coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the County of Holland. The coin was issued by Jacqueline, Countess of Holland, who was struggling to maintain her power and authority in the face of challenges from the Duke of Burgundy and the city of Ghent. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with its gold content and historical significance making it a prized addition to any collection.
