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½ Daalder Silver, Klippe
1576 year| Silver | 14.6 g |
| Issuer | Siege of Zierikzee (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Period | Eighty Years' War (1568-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1576 |
| Value | ½ Silver Ducat (Rijksdaalder) (6⁄5) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.6 g |
| Size | 31 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#371947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Interesting fact
The ½ Daalder coin from the Siege of Zierikzee in 1576 is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. The fact that it weighs 14.6 grams suggests that it was made with a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, as the weight of a coin was an important factor in its value and authenticity. Additionally, the fact that it was used during the Siege of Zierikzee, a significant historical event in the Dutch Republic, makes it a unique and valuable piece of history.
