© Schulman auction house
© Schulman auction house
⅒ Philipsdaalder - Philip II
| Silver (.833) | 3.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Guelders, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1555-1581) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1562-1571 |
| Value | ⅒ Philipsdaalder |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#368477 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned Burgundian cross with firesteel at center and jewel of Golden Fleece hanging below, sparks around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS MIHI ADIVTOR
Translation: The Lord is my Helper
Comment
In French texts this coin is referred to as 1/10 Écu.
vdChijs2 and van Gelder & Hoc differentiate 3 subtypes of 1/10 Philipsdaalder:
- Plate XXVII 28 and GH 213-6a: year at bottom upside down; Text: PHS D G HISP REX DVX GELR; MICHI
© Fritz Rudolf Kunker
- Plate XXVII 29 and GH 213-6c: year at bottom divided by mint mark; Text: PHS D G HISP Z REX DVX GEL; MIHI (main photos)
- Plate XXVII 30 and GH 213-6b: year at bottom not divided and not upside down, cross may be before date; Text: PHS D G HISP Z REX DVX GEL; MIHI
© Jean Elsen et Ses Fils
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅒ Philipsdaalder coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Spanish Netherlands. The coin was issued by Philip II, who was the King of Spain and the ruler of the Dutch States, during a period of religious conflict and political unrest in the region. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout the region, a testament to the enduring value of silver coins during this time period.
