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1 Gigot des Etats - Philip II
| Issuer | Tournai, Lordship of |
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| Year | 1578-1581 |
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| Value | 1 Gigot (Duit) (1⁄160) |
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| Obverse description | Central field bears the crowned quartered arms of Philip II of Spain, incorporating the heraldic devices of Castile, León, Aragon, and other dynastic territories, supported by the collar of the Order of the Golden Fleece. The shield is surmounted by an imperial crown. A circular Latin legend surrounds the design, reading from upper left and continuing around the coin's periphery. |
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| Reverse description | Central field features a Burgundian cross composed of two crossed fire-steels, with a flint at the intersection, from which hangs the jewel of the Order of the Golden Fleece. The entire device is surmounted by an imperial crown. A concise Latin motto legend encircles the design within the coin's periphery. |
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| Reverse lettering | PACE . ET . IVSTITIA (Translation: Peace and Justice) |
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