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½ Daalder of 15 Stuivers - William of Vlodrop ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Reckem (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | William of Vlodorp (Willem van Vlodorp) (1553-1564) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand I (1556-1564) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1556-1565 |
| Value | ½ Daalder |
| Currency | Gulden (1553-1665) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#331190 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned two-headed imperial eagle, orb with denomination on chest, within inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FERDI ★ I ★ROMA ★ IMPE ★SEMPER ★ AVGVSTV
15
Unabridged legend: Ferdinandus I Romanorum imperator semper augustus
Translation: Ferdinand I, ever exalted Emperor of the Romans
Comment
Revue Belge de Numismatique (1872) XV.4
Interesting fact
The ½ Daalder of 15 Stuivers - William of Vlodrop ND (1556-1565) from Lordship of Reckem (Belgian States) made of Silver is an interesting coin because it was issued during a time of great political and religious upheaval in the region. The coin was minted during the reign of William of Vlodrop, who was a prominent nobleman in the area and a strong supporter of the Protestant Reformation. The coin's design features a portrait of William on one side and a shield with the coat of arms of the Lordship of Reckem on the other. The use of silver in the coin's minting was a significant choice, as it was a valuable and highly sought-after metal at the time. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today, with many examples still in circulation and highly prized for their historical significance and aesthetic appeal.
