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½ Daalder - William V of Bronckhorst-Batenburg ND
1556 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Barony of Batenburg (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Baron | William V of Bronckhorst (Willem V van Bronckhorst) (1556-1573) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1556 |
| Value | ½ Daalder (¾) |
| Currency | Silver Gulden (1560-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#374990 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed. Latin text between pearled circles surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAROL ⋆ V ⋆ ROMANO ⋆ IMPE ⋆ SEMPER ⋆ AVGVSTVS
Unabridged legend: Carolus V, Romanorum Imperator Semper Augustus
Translation: Charles V, Ever Exalting Roman Emperor
Comment
Lettering variations:- VdChijs 11.19: Obv: GVIL' DE BRONC' LIB' BARO' IN BATENBOR'; Rev: SEM AVGVSTVS
- VdChijs 11.20: Obv: GVIL' DE BRONC' LIB' BARO' IN BATENBO'; Rev: SEMPER AVGVSTVS
- VdChijs -: Obv GVIL D BRONC LIBER BARO IN BATENBORG; Rev: SEMPER AVGVSTVS
Interesting fact
The ½ Daalder coin from the Barony of Batenburg (Dutch States) features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the House of Bronckhorst-Batenburg, which was the ruling family of the barony at the time. This shield is placed above the coat of arms of the Dutch States, signifying the coin's issuance under the authority of both the local ruling family and the larger Dutch state. This design element adds historical and cultural significance to the coin, making it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians alike.
