County of Flanders 6 Mites - François d'Alençon, Ghent Revolt, 1581
Information
Country
County of Flanders
County of Flanders
Currency
Gulden
(1506 – 1713)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
6 Mites
Year
1581
Rulers
Brabant States in Revolt
(1577–1585)
, Francis of Anjou
(1582–1584)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.1
Demonetized
Yes
Description
6 Mites from County of Flanders. Issued in 1581. Struck in Copper. Measures 0 mm and weighs 3.1 g.
- Obverse
- Rampant lion facing left. Date at bottom (6 Mijten (Duit/Sesken) of Gent)
- Reverse
- Crowned shield with arms of Flanders/Anjou, flanked by two letters F. (If God is not with us, all is in vain)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1581 | 158.5K |
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