Duchy of Brabant 4 Mites "Double Courte" - Philip II, 1569 – 1579
Information
Country
Duchy of Brabant
Currency
Gulden
(1506 – 1713)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
4 Mites
Year
1569 – 1579
Ruler
Philip II
(1556–1598)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.82
Diameter (mm)
23
Demonetized
Yes
Description
4 Mites from Duchy of Brabant. Issued from 1569 to 1579. Struck in Copper. Measures 23 mm and weighs 3.82 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Philip right. Mintmark below bust. (Philip, by God's grace King of Spain and Duke of Brabant)
- Reverse
- Crowned quarterred arms over cross pattee (The Lord is my helper)
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1571-1579) etoile | 558.6K | Mint: Maastricht | 23% | |
| ND (1569-1577) main | 1.1M | Mint: Antwerp | 82% |
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