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½ Patagon - Philip IV
| Silver (.875) | 14.05 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip IV (1621-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1622-1656 |
| Value | ½ Patagon |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 14.05 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#24888 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Crowned shield in collar of the Golden Fleece
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·ARCHID·AVST·DVX·BVRG·BRAB·Z·
Translation: Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy and Brabant, etc.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Dutch Revolt, which began in 1568, was a rebellion against Spanish rule in the Low Countries, and it lasted for over a century. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of Philip IV, the King of Spain, indicating that the Spanish monarchy maintained some level of control over the region during this time.
