Gold Écu "Klinckaert" - Philip the Good, Regent ND (1425-1427) front Gold Écu "Klinckaert" - Philip the Good, Regent ND (1425-1427) back
Gold Écu "Klinckaert" - Philip the Good, Regent ND (1425-1427) photo
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Gold Écu "Klinckaert" - Philip the Good, Regent ND

 
Gold (.708) 3.65 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Holland (Dutch States)
Countess
Jacqueline of Bavaria (1417-1420, 1425-1433)
Count
Philip I the Good (1433-1467)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1425-1427
Value
Gold Chair (Gouden schild)
Currency
Groot (-1506)
Composition
Gold (.708)
Weight
3.65 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#313691
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Floriate cross inside a quadrilobe, trefoils in the exterior angles of the quadrilobe

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: XPC ⵓ VINCIT ⵓ XPC ⵓ REGNAT ⵓ XPC ⵓ INPERAT

Lettering (regular font): XPC ⵓ VINCIT ⵓ XPC ⵓ REGNAT ⵓ XPC ⵓ INPERAT

Translation: Christ conquers, Christ reigns, Christ commands

Comment

Philip the Bold served as regent 1425-1432 during a succession conflict that dominated the latter part of the reign of Jaqueline of Bavaria as Countess of Holland.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Gold Écu "Klinckaert" coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Dutch States, specifically during the Regency of Philip the Good (1425-1427). Despite the political instability of the time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the rich history and culture of the region.