Alessandro Farnese, hertog van Parma, rekenpenning van de rekenkamer van Brabant te Brussel 1586

This small, copper "rekenpenning" (counting token) was issued by the Chamber of Accounts in Brussels in 1586 during the rule of Alessandro Farnese, Duke of Parma. The coin's obverse features a bust of Farnese, while the reverse displays the coat of arms of Brabant. This token, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, represents a fascinating example of numismatic art from the late 16th century, offering a glimpse into the administrative practices of the time.