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Gold Rider - Philip III ND
| Gold | 3.57 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Burgundy (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip III the Good (1419-1467) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1419-1467 |
| Value | 1 Gold Rider |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.57 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#367509 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arms on floriated cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTVM MEI
Lettering (regular font): SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTVM MEI
Interesting fact
The Gold Rider coin featuring Philip III of Burgundy is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted using a unique process called "flashing," where a thin layer of gold was applied to a base metal coin to give it the appearance of being made entirely of gold. This process was used to create a more affordable alternative to solid gold coins, but it also made the coins more prone to wear and damage over time. Despite this, the Gold Rider coin has remained a sought-after collector's item for centuries, with some examples selling for tens of thousands of dollars at auction.
