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6 Stivers "Arendschelling" - Rudolph II ND
| Silver (.500) | 5.0 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | City of Kampen (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1576-1612 |
| Value | 6 Stivers (3⁄10) |
| Currency | Gulden (1590-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 5.0 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#329834 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned two-headed imperial eagle within inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDOL · II · D · G · ELEC · RO · IMP · SEM · AVGVS
Unabridged legend: Rudolphus II dei gratia electu Romanorum Imperator semper augustus
Translation: Rudolph II, by God's grace elected ever-exalted Emperor of the Romans
Comment
Variants in the obverse legend exist:MO ARG IMPERI CIVITA CAMPEN(retrograde N)
MO ARGE IMPERI CIVITA CAMPEN (retrograde N)
A variant with a cross between the two heads of the eagle reverse is also known.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Stivers "Arendschelling" coin from the City of Kampen (Dutch States) is that it features a unique design element - a stylized eagle on the reverse side, which was a symbol of the House of Habsburg, the ruling dynasty at the time. This design was specifically chosen to honor Rudolph II, who was a member of the Habsburg family and ruled the Holy Roman Empire during the coin's minting. The eagle is depicted with outstretched wings and a shield bearing the coat of arms of the city of Kampen, adding to the coin's historical significance and artistic value.
