Duchy of Brabant 40 Stivers - Siege of Maastricht, 1579
Information
Country
Duchy of Brabant
Duchy of Brabant
Currency
Gulden
(1506 – 1713)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
40 Patards
Year
1579
Rulers
Philip II
(1556–1598)
, Brabant States in Revolt
(1577–1585)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
20
Diameter (mm)
40
Demonetized
Yes
Description
40 Patards from Duchy of Brabant. Issued in 1579. Struck in Copper. Measures 40 mm and weighs 20 g.
- Obverse
- Ornate crested helmet above shield with Maastricht arms dividing date. (Lord, protect your people for the glory of your name)
- Reverse
- Four-line inscription divided by hand holding upraised sword. Below, value in Roman numerals in exergue. (Because of the siege of Maastricht by the Spaniards for the defense of a just cause)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1579 | — |
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