© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
½ Daalder Siege coinage ND
| Silver | 11.15 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Zaltbommel (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Period | Eighty Years' War (1568-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1579-1582 |
| Value | ½ Silver Ducat (Rijksdaalder) (6⁄5) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.15 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#330501 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
City gate with three towers and cannon in door
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVRA NECESSITATIS OPVS
Translation: Hard work of necessity
Comment
Sometimes called 1/2 Nottaler.While earlier numismatists attributed this as a siege coin from 1599, Delmonte places it during an earlier siege 1579-1582
Interesting fact
The ½ Daalder coin from Zaltbommel was minted during a time of crisis, specifically during the Dutch Revolt (1568-1648), when the Dutch Republic was fighting for independence from Spain. The coin was part of a special issue of "siege coinage" that was minted in various cities under Dutch control, including Zaltbommel, to help finance the military efforts. The coin's design features a unique combination of symbols, including a crowned shield with the Dutch lion and a motto that translates to "In God's name, liberty and union." This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history that serves as a reminder of the Dutch Republic's determination to fight for their freedom.
