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2 Denier - Philip II
1579 year| Copper | 5.36 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (County of Namur, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1579 |
| Value | 2 Denier (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.36 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#154293 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with Namur arms
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS MIHI ADIVTOR 1579
Translation: The Lord is my helper
Edge
Plain
Comment
Spelling variants existInteresting fact
The 2 Denier coin from Spanish Netherlands (County of Namur, Belgian States) made of Copper and weighing 5.36g was minted during the reign of Philip II, who was also known as Philip the Prudent. He was the King of Spain from 1556 until his death in 1598, and his reign saw the Spanish Empire become one of the most powerful in the world. The coin's design likely reflects the influence of the Spanish Empire at the time, and its copper composition was a common choice for coins of its denomination during that period.
