Hollands vuurijzer van Maria van Bourgondië, 1481 1481

This silver coin, known as a "Hollands vuurijzer" was created in 1481 by Maria of Burgundy. Maria was the Duchess of Burgundy from 1477 until her death in 1482. The coin features the coat of arms of Burgundy, which is a symbol of her rule and the Burgundian Netherlands. This specific coin is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in the Netherlands. The coin is small, measuring only 2.8 cm in diameter and weighing 2.89 grams. While the coin is small, it is an important historical artifact, representing the rule of Maria of Burgundy, a powerful and influential figure in European history.