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1 Daalder "Philipsdaalder" - Philip II Countermark A13.1 ND
| Silver (.833) | 34.28 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (County of Holland, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1581) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1573-1574 |
| Value | 1 Ecu (Philipsdaalder) (1.75) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 34.28 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#363195 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms resting on a Burgundian cross, flanked by fire steels and the Jewels of the Order of the Golden Fleece with sparks. Mint mark on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS MICHI ADIVTOR
Translation: The Lord is my Helper
Edge
Plain
Comment
This countermark was placed on all the coins with a value higher than 3.5 Stuiver, from and not from Holland, by the Act of February 7th, 1573. After payment this mark would give the coin an increase in 15%.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Philipsdaalder coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Dutch States. The coin was issued by Philip II of Spain, who was the ruler of the Spanish Netherlands at the time. However, the Dutch States were fighting for their independence from Spain, and the minting of this coin was seen as a way for Philip II to assert his authority over the region. Despite this, the coin was widely accepted and used by the people of the Dutch States, and it remains a valuable piece of history for collectors today.
