© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Écu "Philipsdaalder" - Philip II
| Silver (.833) | 34.28 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | County of Artois (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Philip V (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1586-1592 |
| Value | 1 Ecu (1.75) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 34.28 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#94232 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain, Austria, Burgundy on a burgundian cross, flanked by two firesteels, bearing the jewel of the Golden Fleece
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS MIHI ADIVTOR
Translation: The Lord is my help
Edge
Plain
Comment
With escutcheon of Portugal on the reverse shield.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Écu "Philipsdaalder" coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Dutch Revolt, which was a series of conflicts between the Dutch provinces and the Spanish Empire. Despite the political instability of the time, the coin remained a widely accepted form of currency throughout the region.
