½ Daalder - William IV 1578 front ½ Daalder - William IV 1578 back
½ Daalder - William IV 1578 photo
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½ Daalder - William IV

1578 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Lordship of Bergh (Dutch States)
Count
William IV (Willem IV) (1546-1586)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1578
Value
½ Daalder (¾)
Currency
Silver Gulden (1560-1795)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#376663
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Coat of arms with two decorated, crowned helmets on top. Legend between pearled circles surrounding.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MONETA ♣ NOVA ♣ ARGEN ♣ IN ♣ DIEREN ♣ CVSA

Unabridged legend: Moneta Nova Argenta in Dieren Cusa

Translation: New Silver Money, Struck in Dieren

Interesting fact

The ½ Daalder coin from the Lordship of Bergh (Dutch States) made of Silver is interesting because it was issued during the reign of William IV in 1578, and it was used as a standard circulation coin in the Dutch States. This coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal for coinage during that time. Additionally, the coin features an intricate design, including an image of William IV on one side and the coat of arms of the Lordship of Bergh on the other. The coin's design and material make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.