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½ Daalder "Halve Leeuwendaalder" Date in legend
| Silver | 13.8 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Zwolle (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1652 |
| Value | ½ Daalder (¾) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#416558 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Rampant lion to the left, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DA. PACEM: DOM: IN: DIEBVS: NOS: 1648 ✿
Translation: May the Lord grant us peace in our times
Comment
The location of the date (in field divided by lion, or at end of reverse legend) and presence/absence of Zwolle arms on the lion reverse, differentiate between the various Lion Daalder types of the mid-1600s.
Interesting fact
The ½ Daalder "Halve Leeuwendaalder" coin from the City of Zwolle (Dutch States) is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in the Netherlands. The coin was minted between 1641 and 1652, a period known as the Dutch Golden Age, when the Netherlands was experiencing significant growth and prosperity. The coin's design, which features a half-lion, was meant to symbolize the city's strength and power. Additionally, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. Overall, the ½ Daalder "Halve Leeuwendaalder" coin is a unique and interesting piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political climate of the Netherlands during the 17th century.
