© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
½ Daalder "½ Philipsdaalder" - Philip II
| Silver (.833) | 17.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Overijssel (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1562-1580 |
| Value | ½ Daalder (⅞) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 17.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#363116 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms on Saint Andrew cross, flanked by two firesteels.
Script: Latin
Lettering: • DOMINVS • MICHI • ADIVTOR •
Translation: The Lord is my helper
Comment
For 1580 (GH 211-17b), the obverse legend is slightly different: PHS D G HISPZREX DO TRS ISSVL, date divided by small shield (instead of cross).Interesting fact
The ½ Daalder "½ Philipsdaalder" coin was minted during the reign of Philip II of Spain, who was also known as Philip the Prudent. He was known for his efforts to centralize power and create a unified currency system across his territories, which included the Dutch States. The coin's design features a portrait of Philip II on one side and an image of a crowned shield with the letters "P" and "I" on the other side, representing Philip's name and title. The coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure consistency and trustworthiness in trade. Despite being minted over 450 years ago, some of these coins still exist today and are highly sought after by collectors.
