© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Real "Ernestus" - Ernest of Bavaria Masseik
| 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 | 1582-1583 |
| 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#340697 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Long floriate cross with imperial eagle in circle at center, trefoils in the angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RUDO II ROM IM DECRETO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Real "Ernestus" - Ernest of Bavaria (Masseik) 1582-1583 from Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) made of Silver weighing 4.3 g is that it features an image of Ernest of Bavaria, who was the Prince-Bishop of Liege from 1582 to 1583. This coin was minted during his reign and bears his name and image, making it a unique piece of history.
