© Leon
© Leon
Halve Vlieger or Butken
| Billon (.104 silver) | 1.45 g | 23.2 mm |
| Issuer | City of Groningen (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1582-1590 |
| Value | ½ Stuiver (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.104 silver) |
| Weight | 1.45 g |
| Diameter | 23.2 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#106680 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA.NOVA. GRONINGENSIS
Translation: New coin of Groningen
Edge
Plain
Comment
Alternative reference:- Verkade 187.5
- Puister 1.620
Interesting fact
The Halve Vlieger or Butken coin from the City of Groningen (Dutch Republic) is interesting because it was made of Billon, a metal alloy that contains only 0.104 silver, which is a relatively low percentage of silver compared to other coins of its time. Despite this, the coin still maintained a weight of 1.45 grams, which is a significant amount for a coin of its size and composition. This fact highlights the resourcefulness and innovation of the minting process during that time period.
