Penning "Kopje" - Floris V ND (1284-1286) front Penning "Kopje" - Floris V ND (1284-1286) back
Penning "Kopje" - Floris V ND (1284-1286) photo
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Penning "Kopje" - Floris V ND

 
Silver 0.5 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Holland (Dutch States)
Count
Floris V (1256-1296)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1284-1286
Value
1 Denier (Penning) (⅛)
Currency
Groot (-1506)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.5 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#179869
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Long cross dividing legend with rosettes in corners.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: HOLLANTx

Lettering (regular font): HOLLANTX

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the "Kopje" coin is that it was minted during the reign of Floris V, who was the Count of Holland and Zeeland from 1284 to 1286. The coin's design features a stylized image of a lion, which was a symbol of the County of Holland. The use of silver in the coin's minting was also significant, as it reflected the wealth and prosperity of the region at the time.