County of Artois 1⁄40 Écu - Philip II, 1582
Information
Country
County of Artois
County of Artois
Currency
Florin
(1506 – 1659)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1⁄40 Écu
Year
1582
Ruler
Philip II
(1556–1598)
Composition
Billon (.417 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.71
Diameter (mm)
23
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1⁄40 Écu from County of Artois. Issued in 1582. Struck in Billon (.417 silver). Measures 23 mm and weighs 1.71 g.
- Obverse
- Austro-Burgundy crown and surrounded by the collar of the Golden Fleece (Philip, by the grace of God, king of Spains, count of Artois)
- Reverse
- Flowered cross (The Lord is my help)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1582 rat | — | Mint: Arras |
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