Rekenkamer van Rijssel, rekenpenning van de munt van Vlaanderen 1506

This 1506 bronze coin, measuring 2.9 cm in diameter and weighing 4.23 grams, is a "Rekenpenning" (counting penny) from the mint of Flanders. The coin showcases the coat of arms of the city of Lille on one side, featuring a crowned double-headed eagle, and the coat of arms of the County of Flanders, which depicts a lion, on the other side. The coin is a testament to the importance of currency in the early 16th century, serving as a valuable medium of exchange in the region.