Overijsselse statenoord op naam van Philips II 1577 - 1578

This bronze coin, "Overijsselse statenoord op naam van Philips II", was minted in the Netherlands in 1577-1578. The coin depicts the profile of Philip II of Spain, King of the Netherlands at the time, and is a prime example of early Dutch coinage. Its small size and inscription provide insights into the currency and power dynamics of the era. The coin’s historical value lies in its role as a symbol of the complex political landscape of the late 16th century Netherlands.