© De Witte - Domaine public (1896)
© De Witte - Domaine public (1896)
2 Florins "des Etats" - Philip II
1578 year| Gold (.833) | 3.02 g | - |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1578 |
| Value | 2 Florins (Gulden) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Gold (.833) |
| Weight | 3.02 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#391977 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriated cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + PACE · ET · IVSTITIA · 15 78
Translation: Peace and Justice
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Florins "des Etats" coin from Spanish Netherlands is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Dutch Revolt, which began in 1568, was a rebellion against Spanish rule, and the coin was minted in 1578, just a year before the signing of the Union of Utrecht, which formed the Dutch Republic. Despite the political upheaval, the coin still bears the image of Philip II, the King of Spain, highlighting the complex political and cultural ties of the region during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1578 | 5903 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Florins "des Etats" - Philip II 1578 coin.
