© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Mite - Charles the Bold ND
| Billon (.010 silver) | 0.62 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles I the Bold (1467-1477) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1468-1474 |
| Value | 1 Mite (Mijte) (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.010 silver) |
| Weight | 0.62 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#388899 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Long cross pattee intersecting legend. Small city arms of Leuven at center.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MOIETA NOA LOV ⵓ
Lettering (regular font): MOIETA NOA LOV ⵓ
Unabridged legend: Moneta Nova Lovaniensis
Translation: New coinage of Leuven
Comment
Legend variants both obverse and reverse are known (reverse variant MONETA FCA LOV)
Because the silver content of these issues is so low, their composition is reported as either copper or billon.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Mite - Charles the Bold ND (1468-1474) from Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) made of Billon (.010 silver) weighing 0.62 g is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. Charles the Bold, also known as Charles the Rash, was the Duke of Burgundy and Brabant, and his reign was marked by constant conflicts with his neighbors and rivals. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the time remained consistent, with the Mite being a popular denomination for everyday transactions. This coin is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the people of the Duchy of Brabant during a period of political and economic instability.
