© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
2 Thalers
1574 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Leiden (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Eighty Years' War (1568-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1574 |
| Value | 2 Thalers (Daalder) (2.8) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#147464 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion striding left, in both paws pole with liberty cap on the top and the date on the sides.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HAEC LIBERTATIS ERGO
1574
Translation: All for the sake of liberty.
Edge
Plain
Comment
From Hess-Divo 300 (2004), 1211.Interesting fact
The 2 Thalers coin from Leiden (Dutch States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change in the region. The Dutch States were in the process of forming their own independent republic, and this coin was minted as a symbol of their newfound economic and political power. Additionally, the coin features a unique design, with a portrait of a Dutch noble on one side and an image of a lion on the other, which was a common symbol of strength and courage during that time period.