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© ECapoe
Token - Capture of Breda 1590 ND
1590 year| Copper | 5.85 g | 29 mm |
| Location | Dutch Republic (Netherlands) |
|---|---|
| Type | Utility items › Counter tokens |
| Year | 1590 |
| Value | 1 Rechenpfennig (0.01) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.85 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#99171 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Legend in 7 lines within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BREDA
A SERVITVTE
HISPANA VIN
DICATA DVCTV
PRINCIPIS MAV
RITII A NASS
A°.CIɔ.Iɔ.XC
Translation: Breda freed from Spanish captivity led by Prince Maurice of Nassau in 1590
Engraver: Gerard van Bylaer
Comment
Struck in Dordrecht.Recalls the ruse used by Dutch troops to take the city, hiding in a barge loaded with peat to penetrate the ramparts. The small group was able to surprise the Spaniards, and open the gates to the main army.
