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© Heritage Auctions Europe
1 Gold Real - Philip II with ANG ND
| Gold (.992) | 5.31 g | - |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (County of Holland, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1581) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1557-1560 |
| Value | 1 Gold Real (Gouden Reaal) (3) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Gold (.992) |
| Weight | 5.31 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#359401 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms surrounded by collar of the Golden Fleece.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS · MI HI· ADIVTOR ❀
Translation: The Lord is my help
Comment
Later subtype is lacking ANG in Philip's titles, and the legends begin at 12:00 obverse.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Spanish Netherlands. The coin was minted in the County of Holland, which was part of the Dutch States, and it features the image of Philip II, who was the King of Spain at the time. However, the coin also features the letters "ANG" which stand for "Austria, Netherlands, and Germany," which were the three main territories under Philip's rule. This highlights the complex political landscape of the time, where different regions were under the control of different rulers, and coins were used as a way to assert authority and control over these territories.