© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
½ Ecu "Philippe" - Philip II Bust right
1581 year| Silver (.833) | 17.1 g |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Lordship of Tournai, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1581 |
| Value | ½ Ecu = 9 Stuivers (0.875) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 17.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#358574 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms over Burgundian cross, flanked by two firesteels. Mint mark at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS MIHI ADIVTOR
Translation: The Lord is my helper
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Spanish Netherlands. In 1581, the Dutch Revolt was ongoing, and the Spanish Empire was facing challenges in maintaining control over its territories. Despite these challenges, the coin still features the image of Philip II, who was the King of Spain at the time. This highlights the complex political and historical context in which the coin was minted.
