½ Leeuwendaalder 1606-1647 front ½ Leeuwendaalder 1606-1647 back
½ Leeuwendaalder 1606-1647 photo
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½ Leeuwendaalder

 
Silver (.750) 13 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Province of Overijssel (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1606-1647
Value
½ Silver Ducat (Rijksdaalder) (6⁄5)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver (.750)
Weight
13 g
Diameter
33 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#182537
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Rampant lion left in inner circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONFIDENS · DNO · NON · MOVETVR · 1640

Unabridged legend: Confidens domino non movetur

Translation: He who trusts in the Lord is unwavering

Comment

Weight varies between 12.5 and 13.25g

Interesting fact

The ½ Leeuwendaalder coin from the Province of Overijssel (Dutch Republic) was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions, and its design featured the image of a lion, which symbolized strength and power.