© Schulman auction house
© Schulman auction house
½ Rijksdaalder
| Silver (.885) |
| Issuer | Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1606-1659 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (Daalder) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.885) |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#360880 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with arms of Holland divides date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: x CONCORDIA · RES · PARVÆ · CRESCVNT
Translation: Through unity small things grow
Comment
This coin is referred to as "Halve Nederlandse Rijksdaalder" in Dutch.Interesting fact
The ½ Rijksdaalder coin from the Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) made of Silver (.885) is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during the Dutch Golden Age, a period of significant economic, cultural, and artistic growth in the Netherlands. The coin's design features the Dutch lion, a symbol of the country's strength and independence, and its minting was overseen by the Dutch East India Company, which played a major role in the development of the Dutch economy during this time.
