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⅕ Philipsdaalder - Philip II
| Silver (.833) | 6.86 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Guelders, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1555-1581) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1562-1576 |
| Value | ⅕ Philipsdaalder |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 6.86 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#107289 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Crowned arms resting on Burgundian cross, flanked by two firesteels with sparks.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS MIHI ADIVTOR
Translation: The Lord is my Helper
Comment
In French texts this coin is referred to as 1/5 Écu.vdChijs2 differentiates several types of 1/5 Philipsdaalder:
- Plate XXVI 19: Obverse legend reads "HISPANI REX", without year
- Plate XXVI 20: Obverse legend reads "HISP REX", without year
- Plate XXVI 21: Obverse legend reads "HISP Z REX", without year
- Plate XXVI 22: Obverse legend reads "HISP Z REX", with 4 numeral year (1563) divided
- Plate XXVII 23: Obverse legend reads "HISP Z REX", with 2 numeral year (64) divided
- Plate XXVII 24: Obverse legende reads "HISP Z REX", with 4 numeral year (1564) divided
- Plate XXVII 25: Obverse legend reads "HISP Z REX", with 2 numeral year (66) divided
- Plate XXVII 26: Obverse legend reads "HISP Z REX", with 4 numeral year (1566) divided
- Plate XXVII 27: : Obverse legend reads "HISP Z REX", with 4 numeral year (1572) mirrored
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅕ Philipsdaalder coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip II of Spain, who was also known as Philip the Prudent. He was known for his efforts to centralize power and unify his territories, which included the Spanish Netherlands, where this coin was minted. The coin's design features a portrait of Philip II on one side and an image of a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the Duchy of Guelders on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighed 6.86 grams, making it a significant piece of currency at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1563 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1566 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1567 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅕ Philipsdaalder - Philip II 1562-1576 coin.
