1 Daalder " Philipsdaalder" - Philip II (PHILIPPVS) 1561 front 1 Daalder " Philipsdaalder" - Philip II (PHILIPPVS) 1561 back
1 Daalder " Philipsdaalder" - Philip II (PHILIPPVS) 1561 photo
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1 Daalder " Philipsdaalder" - Philip II PHILIPPVS

1561 year
Silver (.833) 34.28 g 43 mm
Description
Issuer
Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Guelders, Dutch States)
King
Philip II (1555-1581)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1561
Value
1 Philipsdaalder
Currency
Gulden (1506-1581)
Composition
Silver (.833)
Weight
34.28 g
Diameter
43 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#105069
Rarity index
92%

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

Known as Écu Philippe (French).

The subtypes of the Philipsdaalder are distinguished by the use of different terms in Philip's titles obverse: ANG (1557-1558), PHILIPPVS without ANG (1561), PHS without ANG (1572-1576)

vdChijs2 differentiates based on obverse legend as well, but differentiates a bit further:
Plate XV 10 - Obverse legend uses spellings ...HISPA...
Plate XV 11 - Obverse legend uses spellings ...HISP...

Interesting fact

The "Philipsdaalder" coin minted in 1561 during the reign of Philip II in the Spanish Netherlands has an interesting feature. The coin's design includes a unique combination of two portraits on opposite sides, with Philip II's portrait on one side and his wife, Mary Tudor's, portrait on the other. This double-portrait design was a first in Dutch coinage and was meant to symbolize the unity between the two rulers and their kingdoms.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1561 Cross 97006 - - - - - -

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