© De Witte - Domaine public (1896)
© De Witte - Domaine public (1896)
½ Gold Real - Philip II
1562 year| Gold (.750) | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1562 |
| Value | ½ Gold Real |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Gold (.750) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#391639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PHS. D: G. HISP Z REX. DVX. BRA
Unabridged legend: Philippus Dei Gratia Hispaniarum et Rex Dux Brabantiae
Translation: Philip, by God's grace, King of Spain etcetera, Duke of Brabant
Comment
Van Gelder and Hoc (p. 105 under GH 207-1) say that this type was struck with the obverse die of the silver 1/10 ecu Philippe (1/10 Philipsdaalder), explaining the date and identical legend replicated on both sides.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Gold Real - Philip II 1562 from Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Philip II of Spain, who was also the Duke of Brabant, and it was used as a means of promoting trade and commerce in the region. The use of gold in the coin's minting was a symbol of the wealth and prosperity of the region, and it was also seen as a way to solidify the region's economic ties with other parts of Europe. Despite its small denomination, the coin was an important part of the local economy and was widely used in everyday transactions.
