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© Schulman auction house
⅛ Stiver / Penning - William IV ND
1565 year| Copper | 0.55 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Bergh (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William IV (Willem IV) (1546-1586) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1565 |
| Value | 1 Duit (Duit) (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Silver Gulden (1560-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.55 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#375977 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross with voided center dividing legend which is between pearled circles.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the Dutch States. The Lordship of Bergh, where the coin was minted, was a small region in the eastern part of the Netherlands that was constantly struggling for independence from the larger and more powerful Dutch States. Despite these challenges, the coin still features the image of William IV, the ruler of the Dutch States at the time, signifying the coin's connection to the larger political entity. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the complex political landscape of the Dutch States during the 16th century.
