2 Stivers - Charles V ND (1512-1518) front 2 Stivers - Charles V ND (1512-1518) back
2 Stivers - Charles V ND (1512-1518) photo
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2 Stivers - Charles V ND

 
Silver (.639) 3.10 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Spanish Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States)
King
Charles V (1506-1555)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1512-1518
Value
2 Stuivers (0.1)
Currency
Gulden (1506-1713)
Composition
Silver (.639)
Weight
3.10 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#96222
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Floriate cross with mint mark (fleur-de-lis) at center

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: SIT + NOMEN + DOMINI + BENEDICTVM

Lettering (regular font): SIT + NOMEN + DOMINI + BENEDICTVM

Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord

Comment

Double patard

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Stivers coin from Spanish Netherlands is that it features an image of Charles V, who was the King of Spain and Holy Roman Emperor at the time. This coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 1512 to 1518. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it is made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. Additionally, the coin weighs 3.10 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of similar value.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1512-1518)  297431 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Stivers - Charles V ND (1512-1518) coin.