2 Mites - Philip II ND (1556-1567) front 2 Mites - Philip II ND (1556-1567) back
2 Mites - Philip II ND (1556-1567) photo
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2 Mites - Philip II ND

 
Copper 1.91 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States)
King
Philip II (1556-1598)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1556-1567
Value
2 Mites (Korte) (1⁄480)
Currency
Gulden (1506-1713)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.91 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#107822
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Four firesteels arranged in shape of a cross, small cross in center, and sparks in each angle, surrounded by wreath.
Mintmark between one firesteel and wreath.

Edge

Plain

Comment

GH 229-1a - Antwerp (hand mint mark below bust), ANG in titles

GH 229-1b - Antwerp (hand mint mark below bust or reverse), no ANG in titles