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½ Daalder "½ St. Oswalddaalder" - William IV ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Bergh (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William IV (Willem IV) (1546-1586) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1546-1586 |
| Value | ½ Daalder (¾) |
| Currency | Silver Gulden (1560-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#376902 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Oswald facing right dividing value. Legend between diamond circles surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
15 S
SANCT' 🞲 OSWALD' 🞲 REX 🞲 NVMVS 🞲 ARGEN' 🞲 15 🞲 STV
Unabridged legend: Sanctus Oswaldus Rex Numus Argentea 15 Stuferi
Translation: Saint Oswald, King, Silver Coin, 15 Stuiver
Interesting fact
The ½ Daalder "½ St. Oswalddaalder" coin from the Lordship of Bergh (Dutch States) made of Silver is interesting because it was issued during the reign of William IV, who was the first Protestant bishop of the Bishopric of Utrecht and later became the first Stadtholder of the Dutch Republic. This coin was minted during a time of religious and political turmoil in the Netherlands, and its production was likely a symbol of the growing power and influence of the Dutch States. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, speaks to the wealth and resources of the region at the time.
