Gold Lion - Philip the Good ND (1454-1455) front Gold Lion - Philip the Good ND (1454-1455) back
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Gold Lion - Philip the Good ND

 
Gold (.958) 4.25 g -
Description
Issuer
Burgundian Netherlands (County of Holland, Dutch States)
Count
Philip I the Good (1433-1467)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1454-1455
Value
Gold Lion
Currency
Groot (-1506)
Composition
Gold (.958)
Weight
4.25 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#358695
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Shield of Burgundy on top of floriate cross.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ✠ SIT × NOMEN × DOMINI × BENEDICTVM × AMEN×

Lettering (regular font): ✠ SIT × NOMEN × DOMINI × BENEDICTVM × AMEN×

Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord, amen.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Gold Lion coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip the Good, who was the Duke of Burgundy and a powerful figure in the region. The coin's design features a lion on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the duke's power and influence. The coin's high gold content and detailed design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1454-1455)  68120 - - - - - -

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