8 Sovereigns – Spanish Netherlands
Netherlands
Context
Years: 1669–1676
Country: Netherlands 
Issuer: Spanish Netherlands
Ruler: Charles II
Currency:
(1506—1713)
Demonetized: Yes
Total mintage: 49
Material
Diameter: 44 mm
Weight: 42.77 g
Gold weight: 40.55 g
Shape: Irregular round
Composition: 94.8% Gold
Magnetic: No
Technique: Hammered
References
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Numista: #385312
Value
Bullion value: $6760.38
Obverse
Description:
Child’s bust of Charles right within beaded circle. Date divided by mintmark below.
Inscription:
CAROL · II · D · G · HIPS · ET · INDIAR · REX
16 76
16 76
Script: Latin
Reverse
Description:
Crowned shield with lion supporters, two firesteels below, within a beaded circle.
Inscription:
ARCHID · AVST · DV X · BVRG · BRAB · Zᶜ
Script: Latin
Edge
Mints
| Name | Mark |
|---|---|
| Antwerp | Hand |
| Royal Mint of Belgium | Head |
Mintings
| Year | Mint Mark | Mintage | Quality | Collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1669 | — | — | ||
| 1676 | — | 49 |
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