© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
½ Gold Real - Philip II ND
| Gold (.750) | 3.5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Overijssel (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1562-1567 |
| Value | ½ Gouden Reaal (1.5) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Gold (.750) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#363111 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms. Legend ends with mint mark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · PHS · D : G · HISP · REX · D · TRS · ISSU +
Unabridged legend: Philippus Dei Gratia Hispaniarum Rex Domius Transisulaniae
Translation: Philip, by God's grace, King of the Spaniards, Lord of Overijssel
Comment
Vam Gelder & Hoc estimate the mintage at upwards of 8,895.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Gold Real - Philip II ND (1562-1567) from Lordship of Overijssel (Dutch States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Netherlands. The coin was issued during the reign of Philip II of Spain, who was also the King of the Romans and the Duke of Burgundy. This coin was part of a series of gold coins that were minted to help finance the military campaigns of the Dutch States during the Dutch Revolt. Despite being made of gold, the coin was not widely accepted as a form of payment due to its low weight and irregular minting process. Today, this coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a few known examples remaining in existence.
