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1 Oord - Philip II
| Copper | 4.2 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Utrecht (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1578-1579 |
| Value | 1 Oord (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#179302 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Utrecht on to[ of cross with fleur-de-lis tips, date quartered at exterior corners of shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · MON · NOV · CIVI · · TRA ·
Unabridged legend: Moneta nova civitas Traiectum
Translation: New coin of the city Utrecht.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Oord coin from the Lordship of Utrecht, minted during the reign of Philip II (1578-1579), was made of copper and weighed 4.2 grams. Despite its relatively small weight, this coin was an important part of the local currency system in the Dutch States during that time. It was used for everyday transactions and was a symbol of the economic and political power of the region.
