¼ Daalder "Madonnadaalder" - WIlliam ND (1559-1563) front ¼ Daalder "Madonnadaalder" - WIlliam ND (1559-1563) back
¼ Daalder "Madonnadaalder" - WIlliam ND (1559-1563) photo
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¼ Daalder "Madonnadaalder" - WIlliam ND

 
Silver 5.56 g -
Description
Issuer
Lordship of Gronsveld (Dutch States)
Baron
William (Willem) (1559-1563)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1559-1563
Value
¼ Daalder (⅜)
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.56 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#384764
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned radiant standing madonna with child.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SANCTA ❀ MARIA ❀ VIRGO ❀

Translation: Holy Virgin Mary

Comment

This coin is also called Batzelaar, equalling 6 Stiver.

 

Revue Belge Numismatique (1914) p. 234

Interesting fact

The "Madonnadaalder" coin features an image of the Virgin Mary and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.