NETHERLANDS. Gelderland - Batenburg. 1/2 Daalder, ND (1556-73). Wilhelm von Bronkhorst. PCGS FINE-15 Gold Shield. Delm-540. Obverse: Double-headed eagle with coat of arms of Bronkhorst-Batenburg; Reverse: Lion facing left. A seldom encountered type, this well-worn example exhibits a crude uneven strike as is typical from this series displaying attractive rich gray patina with minor earthen deposits amongst the devices. This wholly original looking survivor is pleasing to the eye and is sure to excite many collectors seeking this tough to locate denomination.
