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½ Stuiver Arnhem ND
| Billon (.118 silver) | 0.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Guelders, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1555-1581) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1579-1580 |
| Value | ½ Stuiver (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Billon (.118 silver) |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#374855 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large simple cross with eagle at center dividing legend. Alternating eagles and lions in corners.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MON NOV ARNEME
Unabridged legend: Moneta Nova Arnemensis
Translation: New Money of Arnhem
Comment
VdChijs catalog refers to Verkade catalog, stating that the image used by Verkade is incorrect and that no proof can be given that this coin was produced after 1576, and therefor should be included in the Verkade catalog.Van Gelder and Hoc give dates of 1579-1580 used here, and place the issue in the Spanish Netherlands period.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Stuiver (Arnhem) ND (1579-1580) coin from Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Guelders, Dutch States) is that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that contains only 0.118 silver, which is a relatively low percentage of silver compared to other coins of its time. Despite this, the coin still maintained a significant value and was widely used in trade and commerce during its time.
