Joseph II
Lion d'or 1790 The Holy Roman Empire. Belgian uprising in 1790
Final price
7 200 €
Starting price
5 000 €
Lot number
148
Mint
Brussels
Category
Coins and medals
Subcategory
House of Habsburg
Classification
Joseph II
Auction number
12
Weight
8.27 g
Diameter
26,23 mm
Rarity
RR
Condition obverse
aUNC
Condition reverse
UNC
Metal
Au
Referencies
Delmonte 221, Witte 1155, Friedberg 402, KM #51, J. 69
Note
The United States of Belgium existed from January to December 1790 as part of the unsuccessful revolt against the Habsburg Emperor, Joseph II. 3805 pieces minted, 1438 out of that refined. Extraordinary piece!