1 Daalder - Philip II (Bust left, PHS) 1572-1585 front 1 Daalder - Philip II (Bust left, PHS) 1572-1585 back
1 Daalder - Philip II (Bust left, PHS) 1572-1585 photo
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1 Daalder - Philip II Bust left, PHS

 
Silver (.833) 34.28 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States)
King
Philip II (1556-1598)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1572-1585
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
References
Numista
N#61034
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Crowned arms bearing the jewel of the Golden Fleece, over Burgundian cross, flanked by two firesteels.

Script: Latin

Lettering: · DOMINUS ॱ MIHI · ADIVTOR ·

Translation: The Lord is my Helper

Edge

Plain

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 1568, was a rebellion against Spanish rule in the Netherlands, and it lasted for several decades. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of Philip II, the Spanish king, indicating that the Spanish monarchy continued to exert its influence over the region even during this time of upheaval.