© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
1 Daalder - Philip II Bust left; PHILIPPVS, ANG
| Silver (.833) | 34.28 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1557-1559 |
| Value | 1 Ecu (Daalder) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 34.28 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#105054 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned arms bearing the jewel of the Golden Fleece, flanked by two firesteels. Mint mark at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS MICHI ADIVTOR
Edge
Plain
Comment
Known as Philipsdaalder (Dutch) or Écu Philippe (French). From 1557-1559 Philip's title includes “ANG” for “King of England”.
Mint mark on reverse. Mintage for Antwerp: 378.905 from 1557-1559. Mintage for Maastricht: 226.485 from 1557-1559.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Dutch Revolt, which began in 1566, was a rebellion against Spanish rule in the Netherlands, and it led to the eventual formation of the Dutch Republic. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of Philip II, the Spanish king, highlighting the complex political dynamics at play during this time.
