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½ Daalder "Bourgondische Kruisrijksdaalder" - Philip II
| Silver (.889) | 14.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Utrecht (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1568-1569 |
| Value | ½ Daalder (0.75) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Silver (.889) |
| Weight | 14.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#363835 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms, surrounded by collar of the Golden Fleece.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS · MIHI · ADIVTOR
Translation: The Lord is my helper
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the "Bourgondische Kruisrijksdaalder" coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Netherlands. The coin was issued by Philip II of Spain, who was also the ruler of the Dutch States at the time. However, the Dutch States were in the midst of a rebellion against Spanish rule, which would eventually lead to the formation of the Dutch Republic in 1588. Despite this political upheaval, the coin still bears the name "Bourgondische Kruisrijksdaalder," which reflects the complex political and cultural ties between the Dutch States and the Burgundian Empire.
