© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Gold Real - Philip II ANG in titles ND
| Gold | 5.32 g | - |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1557-1560 |
| Value | 1 Reaal = 60 Stuivers = 120 Groot (3) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.32 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#344454 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms surrounded by the collar of the Order of the Golden Fleece. Legend ends with mintmark
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS · MICHI · ADIVTOR · ⚜
Translation: The Lord is my help.
Comment
Known as a Gouden Reaal (Dutch).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Gold Real - Philip II (ANG in titles) ND (1557-1560) coin from Spanish Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Philip II of Spain, who was also the King of the Romans and the Duke of Burgundy. This time period saw significant religious and political upheaval in the Low Countries, which eventually led to the Dutch Revolt and the formation of the Dutch Republic. Despite this turmoil, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance.
