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⅕ Daalder "⅕ Philipsdaalder" - Philip II Countermark A13.2 ND
| Silver (.833) | 6.85 g | 29.8 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (County of Holland, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1581) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1573-1574 |
| Value | ⅕ Ecu (Philipsdaalder) (0.35) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 6.85 g |
| Diameter | 29.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#360280 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Coat of arms on fire steels with Latin text surrounding
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS· MIHI· ADIVTOR·
Translation: The Lord is my Helper
Comment
This countermark was created to increase the value of the coin with about 15% after payment.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Dutch States, specifically during the Dutch Revolt against Spanish rule. Despite the political upheaval, the coin still bears the image of Philip II, the Spanish King, highlighting the complex political and economic ties between the Dutch States and Spain during this period.
