Filips II en Isabella, koning en koningin van Spanje, rekenpenning van de rekenkamer van Vlaanderen te Rijssel by Anonymous

Filips II en Isabella, koning en koningin van Spanje, rekenpenning van de rekenkamer van Vlaanderen te Rijssel 1563

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natural stone pattern

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toned paper

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egg art

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detailed texture

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sculptural image

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unrealistic statue

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stoneware

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carved

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watercolour illustration

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pencil art

This small, bronze coin, known as a "rekenpenning," was minted in 1563 for the accounting chamber of Flanders in Lille, France. It features a profile of King Philip II and Queen Isabella of Spain, the rulers of the Netherlands at the time. The reverse depicts a coat of arms, symbolizing the Spanish Habsburg dynasty. This coin is a rare example of numismatic art, showcasing the intricate detail and historical significance of currency in 16th-century Europe.

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