Sovereign "Lion d’Or" - Charles III 1710 front Sovereign "Lion d’Or" - Charles III 1710 back
Sovereign "Lion d’Or" - Charles III 1710 photo
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Sovereign "Lion d’Or" - Charles III

1710 year
Gold (.919) 5.53 g -
Description
Issuer
Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States)
King
Charles III (1709-1711)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1710
Value
1 Sovereign
Currency
Gulden (1506-1713)
Composition
Gold (.919)
Weight
5.53 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#395338
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned manifold arms within chain of Order of the Gold Fleece, date divided above.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID • AVST • DVX • BVRG • BRABANT • Zc 17 10

Translation: ...Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundym Brabant, etc.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the "Lion d'Or" coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the War of the Spanish Succession (1701-1714). Despite the conflict, the coin still features the iconic lion symbol of the Duchy of Brabant, indicating the region's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1710  2350 - - - - - -

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