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1 Daalder " Philipsdaalder" - Philip II PHS
| Silver (.833) | 34.28 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Guelders, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1555-1581) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1573-1576 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#355301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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.
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 XXV 13 - With inner circle, poor engraving
Plate XXV 14 - Without inner circle
Interesting fact
The "Philipsdaalder" coin was used as a means of payment in the Dutch States during a time of great economic and political change, as the region was transitioning from a feudal society to a capitalist one.
