© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
⅕ Daalder "⅕ Philipsdaalder" - Philip II bust left
1563 year| Silver (.833) | 6.86 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Overijssel (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1563 |
| Value | ⅕ Daalder (0.35) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 6.86 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#94274 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms on top of Burgundian cross, jewel of Golden Fleece hanging below. Cross does not divide legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS · MICHI · ADIVTOR +
Translation: The Lord is my helper
Comment
Several variants exist for the 1/5 Philipsdaalder with bust left:GH 212-17a. On reverse, shield is flanked by two Vs. Tips of cross do not intersect legend.
GH 212-17b. On reverse, shield is flanked by two firesteels. Tips of cross do not intersect legend.
© Jean Elsen et Ses Fils
GH 212-17bb. On reverse, fields at side of shield are empty. Tips of cross do not intersect legend (main photos)
GH 212-17b/c hybrid. On reverse, shield is flanked by two firesteels, but tips of cross intersect legend with MIHI (instead of MICHI)
© Heritage Auctions Europe
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅕ Daalder "⅕ Philipsdaalder" coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Netherlands. The coin was issued in 1563, during the reign of Philip II of Spain, who was also the Lord of Overijssel. The coin's minting was likely a response to the economic needs of the time, as the Dutch States were struggling with inflation and a lack of coinage. Despite these challenges, the ⅕ Daalder "⅕ Philipsdaalder" coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today, with its silver content and historical significance making it a prized addition to any collection.
