. Netherlands - Voor provicaal-nederland Aleydis van Bourgondië. denier 1261
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A silver denier from Brabant, minted in Leuven during the regency of Aleydis van Bourgondië (1261–1268), weighing about 0.53–0.54 g with a diameter of ~12 mm, obverse featuring a climbing Brabant lion in a heraldic shield and reverse with a Brabant cross bearing the letters B‑A‑S‑T; rare and uncertified.
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Southern Netherlands – Duchy of Brabant – Silver denier – Aleydis of Burgundy (1261–1268) – Rare
Medieval period – Duchy of Brabant – Mint of Leuven
A particularly attractive and rare silver denier from the thirteenth century, minted in Leuven during the regency of Aleydis of Burgundy, widow of Duke Henry III of Brabant.
This specimen is distinguished by its magnificent relief, powerful coin strike, and especially appealing medieval appearance. The characteristic depictions stand out clearly and testify to the artisanal minting of this early period.
Despite its modest size, this denier represents an important chapter in Brabant's history.
Historical background
After the death of Duke Henry III of Brabant in 1261, the administration of the duchy fell under the regency of his widow, Aleydis of Burgundy.
She took on the responsibility to protect the interests of her minor children and to ensure the continuity of the duchal authority.
The thirteenth century was a period of growing economic development, in which cities like Leuven and Brussels rose to prominence as trading centers.
Under Aleydis’s regency, the Brabantine dynastic position was continued until her son John I of Brabant seized the duchal power in 1267. John I would later become one of the best-known dukes in Brabant’s history.
Coins from this transitional period form a tangible reminder of the political and economic developments within the medieval duchy.
Obverse
A walking lion, depicted within a heraldic shield.
The lion is Brabant’s traditional heraldic animal and symbolizes the duchy’s power and independence.
The strong relief gives this characteristic depiction a distinctive appearance.
Reverse
A Brabant cross with the letters in the four corners:
B – A – S – T
This letter combination is associated with the mint master or moneyer and forms a distinctive mark of this coin type.
The cross reflects the important role of Christian faith within medieval society and minting tradition.
Rarity and particulars
This silver denier belongs to the rare Brabant coin issues from Aleydis of Burgundy’s regency.
What makes the offered piece special is its beautiful, pronounced relief and the strong, well-executed strike. The historical depictions possess a characteristic depth and are presented attractively on both sides.
The coin also has the distinctive look of a hand-struck medieval denier, with each individual strike bearing its own character.
With a diameter of about 12 millimeters and a weight of approximately 0.53 to 0.54 grams, this is a small but historically meaningful silver piece.
The combination of rarity, the special historical background, and the appealing execution makes this denier an interesting collectible for enthusiasts of medieval numismatics.
A rare thirteenth-century Brabant denier with beautiful relief, a powerful strike, and a special historical connection to the regency of Aleydis of Burgundy.
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Specifications
* Area: Southern Netherlands
* Duchy: Brabant
* Regent: Aleydis of Burgundy
* Period: 1261–1268
* Mint: Leuven
* Denomination: Denier
* Material: Silver
* Weight: About 0.53–0.54 g
* Diameter: About 12 mm
* Obverse: Walking Brabant lion in a shield
* Reverse: Brabant cross with letters B-A-S-T
* Rarity: Rare
* Notable: Beautiful relief and powerful strike
Southern Netherlands – Duchy of Brabant – Silver denier – Aleydis of Burgundy (1261–1268) – Rare
Medieval period – Duchy of Brabant – Mint of Leuven
A particularly attractive and rare silver denier from the thirteenth century, minted in Leuven during the regency of Aleydis of Burgundy, widow of Duke Henry III of Brabant.
This specimen is distinguished by its magnificent relief, powerful coin strike, and especially appealing medieval appearance. The characteristic depictions stand out clearly and testify to the artisanal minting of this early period.
Despite its modest size, this denier represents an important chapter in Brabant's history.
Historical background
After the death of Duke Henry III of Brabant in 1261, the administration of the duchy fell under the regency of his widow, Aleydis of Burgundy.
She took on the responsibility to protect the interests of her minor children and to ensure the continuity of the duchal authority.
The thirteenth century was a period of growing economic development, in which cities like Leuven and Brussels rose to prominence as trading centers.
Under Aleydis’s regency, the Brabantine dynastic position was continued until her son John I of Brabant seized the duchal power in 1267. John I would later become one of the best-known dukes in Brabant’s history.
Coins from this transitional period form a tangible reminder of the political and economic developments within the medieval duchy.
Obverse
A walking lion, depicted within a heraldic shield.
The lion is Brabant’s traditional heraldic animal and symbolizes the duchy’s power and independence.
The strong relief gives this characteristic depiction a distinctive appearance.
Reverse
A Brabant cross with the letters in the four corners:
B – A – S – T
This letter combination is associated with the mint master or moneyer and forms a distinctive mark of this coin type.
The cross reflects the important role of Christian faith within medieval society and minting tradition.
Rarity and particulars
This silver denier belongs to the rare Brabant coin issues from Aleydis of Burgundy’s regency.
What makes the offered piece special is its beautiful, pronounced relief and the strong, well-executed strike. The historical depictions possess a characteristic depth and are presented attractively on both sides.
The coin also has the distinctive look of a hand-struck medieval denier, with each individual strike bearing its own character.
With a diameter of about 12 millimeters and a weight of approximately 0.53 to 0.54 grams, this is a small but historically meaningful silver piece.
The combination of rarity, the special historical background, and the appealing execution makes this denier an interesting collectible for enthusiasts of medieval numismatics.
A rare thirteenth-century Brabant denier with beautiful relief, a powerful strike, and a special historical connection to the regency of Aleydis of Burgundy.
⸻
Specifications
* Area: Southern Netherlands
* Duchy: Brabant
* Regent: Aleydis of Burgundy
* Period: 1261–1268
* Mint: Leuven
* Denomination: Denier
* Material: Silver
* Weight: About 0.53–0.54 g
* Diameter: About 12 mm
* Obverse: Walking Brabant lion in a shield
* Reverse: Brabant cross with letters B-A-S-T
* Rarity: Rare
* Notable: Beautiful relief and powerful strike
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture/region
Netherlands - Voor provicaal-nederland
Year/period and variation
1261
Ruler
Aleydis van Bourgondië
Denomination
denier
Condition
Ungraded
Number of objects
1
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