© Monnaies d'Antan
© Monnaies d'Antan
Patagon
1638 year| Silver | 4.23 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | City under siege of Saint-Omer (French States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Franco-Spanish War (1635-1659) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1638 |
| Value | 1 Patagon = 48 Stuivers (2.4) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.23 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#398675 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
The Patagon 1638 coin from the City under siege of Saint-Omer (French States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great turmoil and conflict. The city was under siege by Spanish forces, and the coin was likely used as a means of currency for the people living within the city walls. Despite the challenges of war, the coin was still made with silver, indicating the value and importance of the currency. Additionally, the coin's design may have been influenced by the political and cultural tensions of the time, making it a unique and fascinating piece of history.