© Schulman auction house
© Schulman auction house
½ Silver Ducat
| Silver (.873) | 14.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Province of Utrecht (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1761-1783 |
| Value | ½ Silver Ducat (Rijksdaalder) (6⁄5) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.873) |
| Weight | 14.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#344010 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of confederation dividing year
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA RES PARVÆ CRESCUNT
Unabridged legend: Concordia Res Parvae Crescunt
Translation: Harmony will make small things grow
Edge
Cable edge
Interesting fact
The ½ Silver Ducat was a popular trade coin in the Dutch Republic, and its design featured the coat of arms of the Province of Utrecht on one side and the Dutch lion on the other. The coin was made of silver (.873) and weighed 14.1 grams, making it a substantial and valuable coin for its time.
