½ Gold Rider / 7 Gulden 1749-1763 front ½ Gold Rider / 7 Gulden 1749-1763 back
½ Gold Rider / 7 Gulden 1749-1763 photo
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½ Gold Rider / 7 Gulden

 
Gold (.917) 4.965 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Province of Utrecht (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1749-1763
Value
½ Gold Rider
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
4.965 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#128915
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Crowned arms of the Generality dividing value, date above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1750
CONCORDIA RES PARVÆ CRESCUNT ·
7 GL.

Translation: Unity makes strength

Comment

With the resumption of the production of the golden rider in 1749, their value is fixed at the rate of 1 golden rider to 14 gulden.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Dutch Republic. The 1749-1763 period saw the introduction of new coinage systems and the rise of trade and commerce in the region, which led to an increased demand for gold coins like the ½ Gold Rider / 7 Gulden. Additionally, the coin's design features a unique combination of religious and political symbols, reflecting the complex religious and political landscape of the Dutch Republic during this time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1760 ⬕ 347000 - - - - - -
1761 ⬕ 211000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Gold Rider / 7 Gulden 1749-1763 coin.