Maria van Hongarije, landvoogdes der Nederlanden 1549

This is a 16th-century copper coin depicting Maria of Hungary, Regent of the Netherlands. The coin's obverse features a crowned monogram of Maria, with the year 1549. The reverse displays an eagle with spread wings, likely a symbol of the Habsburg dynasty. This small but intricate coin, measuring only 2.7 cm in diameter, provides a glimpse into the history of the Netherlands and its Habsburg rulers. It is an example of numismatic art, where artistic elements are incorporated into coins for both aesthetic and communicative purposes.