Hollandse stuiver van Karel V, 1506-1555 1521 - 1529

This silver coin, known as a "Hollandse stuiver", was minted during the reign of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor and King of Spain, between 1521 and 1529. The coin's obverse features an intricate design, with a stylized image of Charles V's head enclosed within a circular frame of decorative elements. It stands as a testament to the artistry of coinmaking in the 16th century, a period marked by the rise of powerful monarchs and their desire to project their authority through their coinage. The coin is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam, offering a glimpse into the history of Dutch numismatics and the reign of Charles V.