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Snaphaanschelling - Érard de la Marck ND
| Silver | 7.73 g | 35.5 mm |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Erard of la Marck (1505-1538) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1506-1538 |
| Value | 1 Escalin = 6 Patards (0.30) |
| Currency | Florin (1456-1545) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.73 g |
| Diameter | 35.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#38905 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Saint Hubert, nimbate, on horse galloping right, hunting dog below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SA NCTVS HV BERT
Translation: Saint Hubert
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Snaphaanschelling coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Prince-Bishopric of Liège, which was a rare feature on coins of that time.
