© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
½ Gold Real Spanish Siege of Ypres ND
| Gold (.750) | 3.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | States in Revolt (1577-1585) |
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1583-1584 |
| Value | ½ Real (1.5) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Gold (.750) |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#346597 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of Charles V.
Script: Latin
Comment
Host coin is a Brabant 1/2 gold real (see link)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Gold Real (Spanish Siege of Ypres) ND (1583-1584) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and conflict. The Spanish Siege of Ypres, which took place from 1583 to 1584, was a brutal and bloody conflict between Spanish forces and the Dutch rebels who were fighting for their independence. Despite the chaos and destruction caused by the siege, the minting of this coin continued, a testament to the resilience and determination of the people of the time.
