© Heritage Auctions Europe
© Heritage Auctions Europe
1 Penning - Philip II Arms ND
| Billon | 0.5 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (County of Holland, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1581) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1561-1572 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Penning) (1⁄320) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#179856 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Holland.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVS · MIHI · ADIVTOR ·
Unabridged legend: Dominus mihi adiutor
Translation: The Lord is my helper
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 1561, just a few years before the Dutch Revolt, which was a rebellion against Spanish rule that lasted for over 80 years. This coin is a rare surviving example of the currency used during this tumultuous period in history.
