© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Real "Ernestus" - Ernest of Bavaria Hasselt
| Silver | 4.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Ernest of Bavaria (Ernst von Bayern) (1581-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1581-1582 |
| Value | 1 Real = 6 Patards (0.3) |
| Currency | Florin Brabant-Liege (1545-1650) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#340693 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long floriate cross with imperial eagle in circle at center, trefoils in the angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDOL II ROM IMP DECRETO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the "Ernestus" coin is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political turmoil in the region. The Prince-bishopric of Liege was a small state in what is now Belgium, and it was ruled by a prince-bishop who was both the spiritual and secular leader of the territory. The coin was minted during the reign of Ernest of Bavaria, who was a Catholic bishop and a member of the powerful Wittelsbach family. The coin's design features an image of Ernest on one side and the coat of arms of the Prince-bishopric on the other. Despite its small size, the coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the political and religious climate of the time.
