© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Patards - Philip II
| Billon (.333 silver) | 3.3 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Lordship of Tournai, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1593-1595 |
| Value | 2 Patards (Stuivers) (0.1) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Billon (.333 silver) |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#358653 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms, date at end of legend, divided by mint mark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS MIHI ADIVTOR
Translation: God is my helper
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Spanish Netherlands, which included the Lordship of Tournai, was a territory that was constantly contested by various European powers, including Spain, France, and the Dutch Republic. This coin was minted during the reign of Philip II of Spain, who was known for his attempts to suppress the Protestant Reformation and maintain Catholicism throughout his territories. Despite the turmoil, the coin still bears the image of Philip II and the coat of arms of the Spanish Netherlands, indicating the region's connection to the Spanish crown.
