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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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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