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½ Daalder "Leeuwendaalder"
| Silver (.750) | 13.02 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Utrecht (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1644-1667 |
| Value | ½ Silver Ducat (Rijksdaalder) (6⁄5) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 13.02 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#200115 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Rampant lion left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONFIDENS • DNO • NON • MOVETVR • 1646
Unabridged legend: Confidens Domino Non Movetur
Translation: He who trusts in the Lord is unwavering.
Comment
A Leeuwendaalder's value changed over time:1586: 32 Stuivers
1606: 38 Stuivers
1652: 42 Stuivers
Interesting fact
The "Leeuwendaalder" coin from the Province of Utrecht (Dutch Republic) has a unique feature - it has a hole in the center, which was used to thread a cord or chain through, allowing it to be worn as a pendant or amulet. This practice was common in the 17th century, and it's a distinctive characteristic of this particular coin.
