1 Guilder - Charles V ND (1506-1555) front 1 Guilder - Charles V ND (1506-1555) back
1 Guilder - Charles V ND (1506-1555) photo
© H. D. Rauch

1 Guilder - Charles V ND

 
Gold 5.22 g -
Description
Issuer
Spanish Netherlands (County of Namur, Belgian States)
King
Charles V (1506-1555)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1506-1555
Value
1 Guilder
Currency
Gulden (1506-1713)
Composition
Gold
Weight
5.22 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#356830
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Double-headed eagle with large arms on breast.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DA MIHI VIRTVTE CONTRA HOSTES TVOS

Translation: Give me Strength against your Enemies

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Guilder coin from Spanish Netherlands is that it features an image of Charles V, who was the King of Spain and Holy Roman Emperor during the time the coin was minted. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during Charles V's reign, which aimed to promote the idea of a unified empire under his rule. Despite being made of gold, the coin was still used for everyday transactions, highlighting the value and importance of gold in the economy of the time.