Noble - Philip the Handsome, Regency ND (1487-1488) front Noble - Philip the Handsome, Regency ND (1487-1488) back
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Noble - Philip the Handsome, Regency ND

 
Gold (.995) 7.42 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Burgundian Netherlands (County of Holland, Dutch States)
Duke
Philip the Handsome (1482-1506)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1487-1488
Value
Noble
Currency
Groot (-1506)
Composition
Gold (.995)
Weight
7.42 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#112660
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Austria-Burgundy arms on cross fleurée; eagles and crowns in alternating quarters; all within polylobe with trefoils in spandrels.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MO' AVREA ⁕ RO ⁕ REGIS ⁕ ET ⁕ PHI ⁕ ARCHID ⁕ AV ⁕ BG ⁕ CO ⁕ HOL

Unabridged legend: Moneta Aurea Romanorum Regis et Philippus Archiduces Austriae Burgundiae Comes Hollandiae

Translation: Gold coinage of the King of the Romans and Philip, Archduke of AUstria Burgundy and Count of Holland

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the Burgundian Netherlands. Philip the Handsome, who was the Duke of Burgundy and the ruler of the Netherlands, was facing opposition from the local nobility and cities, who were seeking greater autonomy and representation in government. Despite these challenges, the coin still features Philip's name and image, highlighting his continued influence and power in the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1487-1488)  8296 - - - - - -

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