½ Gold Rider 1620-1644 front ½ Gold Rider 1620-1644 back
½ Gold Rider 1620-1644 photo
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½ Gold Rider

 
Gold (.920) 5 g -
Description
Issuer
Province of Friesland (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1620-1644
Value
½ Gold Rider
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Gold (.920)
Weight
5 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#368474
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned Friesland arms. Divided date above crown.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONCORDIA · RES · PAR · CRESCVNT · 16 20

Translation: With harmony, small things grow.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Gold Rider coin from the Province of Friesland (Dutch Republic) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Dutch Republic was a powerful trading nation during the 17th century, and the Province of Friesland was an important center for trade and commerce. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing demand for currency during this period of economic growth.