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1 Duit - Philip II

 
Copper 2.72 g 22.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Spanish Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States)
King
Philip II (1556-1598)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1585-1589
Value
1 Duit (1⁄160)
Currency
Gulden (1506-1713)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.72 g
Diameter
22.0 mm
Thickness
0.8 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#323905
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Crowned arms

Script: Latin

Lettering: DOMINVS · MIHI · ADIVTOR

Translation: The Lord is my helper

Edge

Plain

Comment

Also called hertogelijke duit.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Duit coin from Spanish Netherlands is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The coin was issued by Philip II of Spain, who was also the ruler of the Netherlands at the time. The coin's minting was likely a response to the economic needs of the region, as the Netherlands was experiencing significant economic growth during this period. Despite the turmoil, the coin remained a standard circulation coin and was widely used in the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1589  16953 - - - - - -

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