20 Stivers Siege of
1577 year| Silver | 7.5 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Breda (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Period | Eighty Years' War (1568-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1577 |
| Value | 20 Stuivers (1) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.5 g |
| Size | 24 × 24 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#372043 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Stivers (Siege of 1577) coin from the City of Breda (Dutch Republic) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and conflict. The Siege of 1577 was a pivotal event in the Dutch Revolt, a rebellion against Spanish rule that lasted for over a century. Despite the challenges and dangers of the time, the city of Breda was able to produce this coin, which not only served as a means of currency but also as a symbol of hope and resilience for the people of the Dutch Republic.
