© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Gold Real - Philip II ND
| Gold (.992) | 5.29 g |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1560-1576 |
| Value | 1 Reaal = 60 Stuivers = 120 Groot (3) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Gold (.992) |
| Weight | 5.29 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#344557 |
|---|---|
| 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 : MIHI : ADIVTOR ⚜
Translation: The Lord is my help.
Comment
Known as a Gouden Reaal (Dutch).Variants in ending of the obverse legend are known (CO FLA, COMES FLA)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Gold Real coin from Spanish Netherlands is that it was minted during the reign of Philip II, who was known for his extensive reforms and military campaigns. Despite being made of gold, the coin was not widely used in everyday transactions due to its high value, and it was primarily used as a symbol of wealth and power.
