½ Duit - Philip II 1586 front ½ Duit - Philip II 1586 back
½ Duit - Philip II 1586 photo
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½ Duit - Philip II

1586 year
Copper 1.4 g -
Description
Issuer
Spanish Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States)
King
Philip II (1556-1598)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1586
Value
½ Duit (1⁄160)
Currency
Gulden (1506-1713)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.4 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#368846
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned lion shield dividing two digit date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DOMINVS · MIHI · ADIVTOR

Translation: The Lord is my helper

Interesting fact

The ½ Duit coin from Spanish Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) made of Copper weighing 1.4 g was minted during the reign of Philip II of Spain, who was also known as Philip the Prudent. He was the king of Spain from 1556 until his death in 1598 and was known for his efforts to strengthen the Spanish Empire and his support for the Catholic Church. The coin's design likely reflects the influence of Spanish culture and religion during this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1586  181621 - - - - - -

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