Duchy of Brabant 8 Stivers - Siege of Maastricht, 1579
Information
Country
Duchy of Brabant
Duchy of Brabant
Currency
Gulden
(1506 – 1713)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
8 Patards
Year
1579
Rulers
Philip II
(1556–1598)
, Brabant States in Revolt
(1577–1585)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.17
Diameter (mm)
29
Demonetized
Yes
Description
8 Patards from Duchy of Brabant. Issued in 1579. Struck in Copper. Measures 29 mm and weighs 4.17 g.
- Obverse
- Hand holding upright sword dividing four-line inscription. Value below in exergue.
- Reverse
- Tournament helmet above shield with star, dividing two digit date
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1579 | — |
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