8 Stivers - Siege of Maastricht
1579 year| Copper | 4.17 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1556-1598) |
| Period | Brabant States in Revolt (1577-1585) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1579 |
| Value | 8 Patards (Stuivers) (⅖) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.17 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#17717 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Tournament helmet above shield with star, dividing two digit date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROTE · D · POPV · TV · PROP · NO · TVI ·GLO
7 9
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Siege of Maastricht in 1579 was a pivotal event in the Dutch Revolt, a war between the Dutch provinces and Spain. The city of Maastricht was a strategic location, and its capture by the Spanish would have given them control over the entire region. The coin commemorates this event and is a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.
