½ Ducaton "Silver rider" 1761-1790 front ½ Ducaton "Silver rider" 1761-1790 back
½ Ducaton "Silver rider" 1761-1790 photo
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½ Ducaton "Silver rider"

 
Silver (.941) 16.39 g -
Description
Issuer
Province of Gelderland (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1761-1790
Value
½ Ducaton (1.5)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver (.941)
Weight
16.39 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#319705
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned shield with arms of the United Provinces supported by a lion on each side, date below in cartouche

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONCORDIA RES PARVÆ CRESCVNT

Translation: Through unity small things grow

Edge

Cabled

Interesting fact

The ½ Ducaton "Silver rider" coin from the Province of Gelderland (Dutch Republic) has an interesting feature. The coin's design includes a small horseback rider on the reverse side, which is why it's called the "Silver rider." This design was unique to the Province of Gelderland and was not found on other coins from the Dutch Republic.