© Schulman auction house
© Schulman auction house
½ Leeuwendaalder 5 petal flower
| Silver (.750) | 13.84 g | - |
| Issuer | region of West Friesland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1629-1668 |
| Value | ½ Silver Ducat (Rijksdaalder) (6⁄5) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 13.84 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#327008 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Rampant lion to the left, year and mintmark at end of legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONFIDENS·DNO·NON·MOVETVR·1651·
Unabridged legend: Confidens Domino Non Movetur
Translation: He who trusts in God is steadfast
Interesting fact
The ½ Leeuwendaalder coin was used as a means of payment in the Dutch Republic during a time of great economic growth and cultural development. It was a widely accepted coin that was used for everyday transactions, and its design featuring a 5-petal flower was a symbol of the region's prosperity and innovation.
