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1 Gold Real - Philip II with ANG ND
| Gold (.991) | 5.32 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Guelders, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1555-1581) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1557-1560 |
| Value | 70 Stuivers (3.5) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Gold (.991) |
| Weight | 5.32 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#86108 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms surrounded by the collar of the Order of the Golden Fleece.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS · MICHI · ADIVTOR
Translation: The Lord is my Helper
Comment
Known as 'gouden reaal' (Dutch), and 'Real d'or' (French).Variety featuring the title ANG REX, in reference to the king's recent and short-lived marriage to Mary I of England.
Delmonte lists both the subtype with ANG in Philip's titles, and without ANG as #626 (see link)
Delmonte #627 has a variant in the coat of arms reverse, in which the quadrant with Sicily arms is lacking the eagles. See the photo immediately below, and the detail comparison at bottom
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Spanish Netherlands. The Dutch Revolt, which began in 1568, led to the establishment of the Dutch Republic and the eventual independence of the Netherlands from Spain. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of Philip II, the King of Spain, highlighting the complex political and cultural ties between the two regions during this time period.
