Overlijden van Filips II, koning van Spanje 1598

This silver coin, minted in 1598, commemorates the death of King Philip II of Spain. The obverse features a skeletal figure, symbolizing death, trampling over the king’s regalia and a spade. The date and inscription, "MORS SCEPTR A," which means "Death conquers the scepter," make it clear the coin is intended to depict the king’s demise. On the reverse, the coat of arms of the Netherlands is depicted with the Latin inscription "TERRA M.I VERBUM DOMIN" which translates to “Earth, obey my word.” This small, but poignant, artwork serves as a reminder of the king's legacy and the power of mortality.