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Daalder "Saint John rijksdaalder"
1598 year| Silver | 28.68 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Groningen (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1598 |
| Value | 1 Daalder (2.5) |
| Currency | Gulden (1594-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.68 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#374952 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Imperial eagle with shield of Groningen arms on chest.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDOL ⸰ II ⸰ ROMANO ⵓ IMPE ⸰ SEMPER ⸰ AVGV
Unabridged legend: Rudolphus II romanorum imperator semper augustus
Translation: Rudolph II, ever exalted emperor of the Romans
Interesting fact
The Daalder "Saint John rijksdaalder" 1598 from City of Groningen (Dutch Republic) is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists and historians, and its value can range from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars, depending on its condition and provenance.