© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Stiver / Patard - Louis of Bourbon
| Silver | 3.0 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Louis of Bourbon (1456-1482) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1476-1479 |
| Value | 1 Patard (1 Stiver) (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Florin (1456-1545) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.0 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#321099 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriate triple cross with rosette in center
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✤BnDIC' ⋆ hEREDITATI ⋆ TVE ⋆ LXXVIII
Lettering (regular font): ✤BNDIC' ⋆ HEREDITATI ⋆ TVE ⋆ LXXVIII
Translation: Blessed by your heritage (14)78
Interesting fact
The coin is a rare and interesting piece, and here's one fascinating fact about it: The Louis of Bourbon coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Prince-bishopric of Liege, which was a small state in what is now Belgium. The coin was issued by Louis of Bourbon, who was the Prince-bishop of Liege from 1476 to 1479. During his reign, the region was facing political and economic challenges, including conflicts with neighboring territories and a struggling economy. Despite these challenges, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time, indicating that the Prince-bishopric of Liege was still a significant economic and political power in the region.
